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Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

S71 FAJMOT history

S71 FAJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 172,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

S71 FAJ silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,020 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S71 FAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S71 FAJ was last recorded at 172,020 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,014 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,020 miles
  • 2025 – 165,172 miles
  • 2024 – 157,888 miles
  • 2023 – 154,389 miles
  • 2022 – 150,698 miles
  • 2021 – 146,762 miles
  • 2020 – 136,395 miles
  • 2019 – 135,694 miles
  • 2017 – 134,845 miles
  • 2016 – 134,552 miles
  • 2015 – 134,291 miles
  • 2014 – 130,092 miles
  • 2013 – 113,629 miles
  • 2012 – 100,006 miles
  • 2011 – 89,222 miles
  • 2010 – 75,681 miles
  • 2009 – 63,794 miles
  • 2008 – 53,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,020 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,020 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    172,020 miles
    Test number
    560219792056
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail172,014 miles (+6,842)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,014 miles
    Test number
    135815875166
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components air spring fouling on shocker (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass165,172 miles (+7,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    165,172 miles
    Test number
    607409944258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass157,888 miles (+3,499)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,888 miles
    Test number
    127551782314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,389 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,389 miles
    Test number
    515047129228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,698 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,698 miles
    Test number
    943404342436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,762 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    146,762 miles
    Test number
    668624370271
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail146,762 miles (+10,367)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,762 miles
    Test number
    171546822084
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass136,395 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,395 miles
    Test number
    475440080727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,391 miles (+697)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,391 miles
    Test number
    724790349166
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass135,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,694 miles
    Test number
    522366158345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,694 miles (+849)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,694 miles
    Test number
    620640647609
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass134,845 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    134,845 miles
    Test number
    428526884926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail134,843 miles (+291)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,843 miles
    Test number
    585244481519
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass134,552 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    340186186360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail134,540 miles (+249)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,540 miles
    Test number
    970981366836
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass134,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    134,291 miles
    Test number
    776371395138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,291 miles (+4,199)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,291 miles
    Test number
    305260295143
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass130,092 miles (+16,463)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,092 miles
    Test number
    409574454198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s rear tyre wearing unevenly

  20. Pass113,629 miles (+13,623)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,629 miles
    Test number
    767570933102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass100,006 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    100,006 miles
    Test number
    286963642460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,222 miles (+13,541)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,222 miles
    Test number
    679487841136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    75,681 miles
    Test number
    124105430006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,681 miles (+11,887)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,681 miles
    Test number
    742834330057
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass63,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,794 miles
    Test number
    611341829014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail63,794 miles (+10,282)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,794 miles
    Test number
    800461629000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass53,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,512 miles
    Test number
    593157638029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S71 FAJ

Does S71 FAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S71 FAJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S71 FAJ?
The MOT on S71 FAJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S71 FAJ done?
S71 FAJ was recorded at 172,020 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,604 miles a year.
Has S71 FAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S71 FAJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S71 FAJ 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 S71 FAJ find?
S71 FAJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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