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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,398 cc

S761 MLXMOT history

S761 MLX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2022.

S761 MLX blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2023
Mileage
88,589 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 MLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S761 MLX was last recorded at 88,589 miles on 17 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Oct 2022: 88,589 miles, lower than 89,196 miles on 14 Oct 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,196 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Average per year
3,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,589 miles
  • 2021 – 89,196 miles
  • 2020 – 81,415 miles
  • 2019 – 78,293 miles
  • 2017 – 75,272 miles
  • 2016 – 70,889 miles
  • 2015 – 65,269 miles
  • 2014 – 59,781 miles
  • 2013 – 53,731 miles
  • 2012 – 49,110 miles
  • 2011 – 43,873 miles
  • 2010 – 36,395 miles
  • 2009 – 35,922 miles
  • 2008 – 35,202 miles
  • 2007 – 34,858 miles
  • 2006 – 33,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,589 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points all round (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,589 miles (-607)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,589 miles
    Test number
    991032047241
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points all round (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    731799149572
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail89,196 miles (+7,781)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    696637613089
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,415 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    509727083243
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded various

  5. Fail81,415 miles (+3,122)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,415 miles
    Test number
    929887289695
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded various

  6. Pass78,293 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,293 miles
    Test number
    918518545352
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail78,293 miles (+3,021)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,293 miles
    Test number
    930106880601
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass75,272 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,272 miles
    Test number
    830986892609
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail75,268 miles (+4,379)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    172113374236
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings by jacking point (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

  10. Pass70,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    431588098428
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail70,889 miles (+5,620)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    982142726830
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass65,269 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,269 miles
    Test number
    823482069819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,781 miles (+6,050)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,781 miles
    Test number
    585724204360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,731 miles
    Test number
    596815403317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,731 miles (+4,621)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,731 miles
    Test number
    986664603361
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass49,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,110 miles
    Test number
    849984302386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,110 miles (+5,237)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,110 miles
    Test number
    968084702312
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass43,873 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,873 miles
    Test number
    128741601394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,395 miles (+473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,395 miles
    Test number
    253304980211
    • NoteOffside mirror tinted

  20. Pass35,922 miles (+720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,922 miles
    Test number
    243358989245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass35,202 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,202 miles
    Test number
    622970898209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,858 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,858 miles
    Test number
    681919287227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,947 miles
    Test number
    302241696212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S761 MLX

Does S761 MLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 MLX expired on 16 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 MLX?
The MOT on S761 MLX expired on 16 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 MLX done?
S761 MLX was recorded at 88,589 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2022, an average of 3,416 miles a year.
Has S761 MLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 MLX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S761 MLX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S761 MLX find?
S761 MLX passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all round; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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