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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

RMR 181MOT history

RMR 181 is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,554 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

RMR 181 silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,554 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RMR 181
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RMR 181 was last recorded at 79,554 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,116 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,438 miles
Average per year
2,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,554 miles
  • 2024 – 78,116 miles
  • 2023 – 77,277 miles
  • 2022 – 76,041 miles
  • 2021 – 74,958 miles
  • 2020 – 73,903 miles
  • 2019 – 72,708 miles
  • 2018 – 70,882 miles
  • 2017 – 69,576 miles
  • 2016 – 67,241 miles
  • 2015 – 64,867 miles
  • 2014 – 62,489 miles
  • 2012 – 57,743 miles
  • 2011 – 54,940 miles
  • 2010 – 52,236 miles
  • 2009 – 49,245 miles
  • 2008 – 45,232 miles
  • 2007 – 42,895 miles
  • 2006 – 36,815 miles
  • 2005 – 31,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,554 miles
  • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
  • AdvisoryAll suspension pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,554 miles (+1,438)22 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,554 miles
    Test number
    359099034053
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryAll suspension pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  2. Pass78,116 miles (+839)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    253768090079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass77,277 miles (+1,236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,277 miles
    Test number
    564445281704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass76,041 miles (+1,083)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,041 miles
    Test number
    217666796831
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,958 miles
    Test number
    355148968399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,958 miles (+1,055)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,958 miles
    Test number
    847504423018
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass73,903 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,903 miles
    Test number
    401349436367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,708 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,708 miles
    Test number
    352620023999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,882 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,882 miles
    Test number
    492881589754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    149264600958
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Fail69,576 miles (+2,335)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    239842876290
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass67,241 miles (+2,374)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,241 miles
    Test number
    678836204392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass64,867 miles (+2,378)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,867 miles
    Test number
    452775871183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass62,489 miles (+4,746)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,489 miles
    Test number
    736928744242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass57,743 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    906215102314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail57,628 miles (+2,688)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,628 miles
    Test number
    875391792216
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass54,940 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,940 miles
    Test number
    596050421396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,935 miles (+2,699)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,935 miles
    Test number
    255822211365
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass52,236 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,236 miles
    Test number
    211375410394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,245 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    49,245 miles
    Test number
    213606109334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,232 miles (+2,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,232 miles
    Test number
    622032418369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,895 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    42,895 miles
    Test number
    120206407338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail42,895 miles (+6,080)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,895 miles
    Test number
    774246707316
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,815 miles (+5,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    512130806370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass31,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,025 miles
    Test number
    813281215346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RMR 181

What vehicle is registration RMR 181 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RMR 181 on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Nov 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RMR 181 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RMR 181 is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on RMR 181?
The MOT on RMR 181 is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RMR 181 done?
RMR 181 was recorded at 79,554 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 2,375 miles a year.
Has RMR 181 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RMR 181 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on RMR 181 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on RMR 181 find?
RMR 181 passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 22 advisories: all brake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material; all suspension pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 19 more.

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