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Mercedes-Benz E

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,996 cc

S103 DTAMOT history

S103 DTA is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 263,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

S103 DTA green Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
263,084 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S103 DTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S103 DTA was last recorded at 263,084 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 10,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
252,244 miles · 14 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
10,840 miles
Average per year
11,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 263,084 miles
  • 2021 – 252,244 miles
  • 2020 – 247,131 miles
  • 2019 – 239,009 miles
  • 2018 – 233,387 miles
  • 2017 – 228,305 miles
  • 2016 – 224,416 miles
  • 2015 – 220,387 miles
  • 2014 – 217,495 miles
  • 2013 – 205,997 miles
  • 2012 – 193,917 miles
  • 2011 – 178,841 miles
  • 2010 – 159,017 miles
  • 2009 – 132,368 miles
  • 2008 – 110,316 miles
  • 2006 – 75,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,084 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,084 miles (+10,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    263,084 miles
    Test number
    287243865036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass252,244 miles (+5,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    252,244 miles
    Test number
    224364447406
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass247,131 miles (+8,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    247,131 miles
    Test number
    731451418307
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass239,009 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    239,009 miles
    Test number
    404833604437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass233,387 miles (+5,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    233,387 miles
    Test number
    770400928452
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres are perashing

  6. Pass228,305 miles (+3,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    228,305 miles
    Test number
    853837239879
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass224,416 miles (+4,029)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    224,416 miles
    Test number
    389587493345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass220,387 miles (+2,892)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    220,387 miles
    Test number
    862953765935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass217,495 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    217,495 miles
    Test number
    559237544220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarge plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places. unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.
    • NoteSurfrace corrosion to exhaust system in places.

  10. Fail217,495 miles (+11,498)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,495 miles
    Test number
    339536744402
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarge plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places. unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.
    • NoteSurfrace corrosion to exhaust system in places.

  11. Pass205,997 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    205,997 miles
    Test number
    938100153167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to suspension pipes front to rear
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition.

  12. Fail205,994 miles (+12,077)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,994 miles
    Test number
    235060653190
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to suspension pipes front to rear
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition.

  13. Pass193,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    193,917 miles
    Test number
    246885662151
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail193,917 miles (+15,076)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,917 miles
    Test number
    825765162116
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass178,841 miles (+19,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    178,841 miles
    Test number
    296959221403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass159,017 miles (+26,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    159,017 miles
    Test number
    400427240131
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass132,368 miles (+22,052)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    132,368 miles
    Test number
    220987209405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass110,316 miles (+34,498)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    110,316 miles
    Test number
    970653728065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    75,818 miles
    Test number
    250989116056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S103 DTA

Does S103 DTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S103 DTA expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S103 DTA?
The MOT on S103 DTA expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S103 DTA done?
S103 DTA was recorded at 263,084 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 11,156 miles a year.
Has S103 DTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S103 DTA has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on S103 DTA 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 S103 DTA find?
S103 DTA passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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