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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

S5 VHWMOT history

S5 VHW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 67,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

S5 VHW white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
67,497 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 VHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 VHW was last recorded at 67,497 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 6,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,735 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,762 miles
Average per year
6,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,497 miles
  • 2025 – 60,735 miles
  • 2024 – 54,152 miles
  • 2023 – 48,045 miles
  • 2022 – 41,962 miles
  • 2021 – 35,237 miles
  • 2020 – 29,288 miles
  • 2019 – 20,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,497 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 7 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,497 miles (+6,762)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    67,497 miles
    Test number
    439718217884
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass60,735 miles (+22)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,735 miles
    Test number
    142087506052
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Fail60,713 miles (+6,561)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,713 miles
    Test number
    452440604856
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  4. Pass54,152 miles (+6,107)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    128118663019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass48,045 miles (+6,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    48,045 miles
    Test number
    227973915287
    • AdvisoryEngine covers sill covers and under trays fitted
  6. Pass41,962 miles (+6,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    41,962 miles
    Test number
    336573918029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass35,237 miles (+5,949)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    788296314770
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass29,288 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,288 miles
    Test number
    897671585727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    27,094 miles
    Test number
    963993432071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,094 miles (+6,280)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,094 miles
    Test number
    449373278328
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  11. Pass20,814 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    20,814 miles
    Test number
    786258932457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S5 VHW

Does S5 VHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 VHW is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 VHW?
The MOT on S5 VHW is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 VHW done?
S5 VHW was recorded at 67,497 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 6,147 miles a year.
Has S5 VHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 VHW has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 VHW 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 S5 VHW find?
S5 VHW passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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