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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,398 cc

S791 CPCMOT history

S791 CPC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

S791 CPC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
135,982 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S791 CPC
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
15 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S791 CPC was last recorded at 135,982 miles on 5 Feb 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,978 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,982 miles
  • 2024 – 131,252 miles
  • 2023 – 124,123 miles
  • 2022 – 113,718 miles
  • 2020 – 105,142 miles
  • 2019 – 104,728 miles
  • 2017 – 98,004 miles
  • 2016 – 92,782 miles
  • 2015 – 87,844 miles
  • 2014 – 83,722 miles
  • 2012 – 67,215 miles
  • 2011 – 56,900 miles
  • 2010 – 48,735 miles
  • 2009 – 38,323 miles
  • 2008 – 27,572 miles
  • 2007 – 20,771 miles
  • 2006 – 18,092 miles
  • 2005 – 15,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,982 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside links

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,982 miles (+4)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,982 miles
    Test number
    688858636033
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,978 miles (+4,726)7 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,978 miles
    Test number
    819507218928
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Nearing acceptable wear limits (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside mount areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,252 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    131,252 miles
    Test number
    161514873484
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail131,248 miles (+7,125)1 dangerous4 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,248 miles
    Test number
    270255636152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and nearside links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close on edge 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOil on aux drive belt
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack and / or pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Pass124,123 miles (+10,405)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,123 miles
    Test number
    818750722057
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear metal pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre nearing wear band indicators
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount areas offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,718 miles (+8,576)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,718 miles
    Test number
    866363459325
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass105,142 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,142 miles
    Test number
    855175217764
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,141 miles (+413)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,141 miles
    Test number
    594757384880
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,728 miles (+6,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,728 miles
    Test number
    181259231846
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass98,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,004 miles
    Test number
    880666488916
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak Different

  11. Fail98,004 miles (+5,222)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,004 miles
    Test number
    791540182739
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak Different

  12. Pass92,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,782 miles
    Test number
    908744579911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail92,782 miles (+4,938)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,782 miles
    Test number
    633384799992
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass87,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    379268104239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,844 miles (+4,122)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    598145187145
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass83,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,722 miles
    Test number
    415146424368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,722 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,722 miles
    Test number
    417216424339
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    885086233399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,215 miles (+10,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,215 miles
    Test number
    187374552323
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass56,900 miles (+8,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,900 miles
    Test number
    435333651401
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass48,735 miles (+10,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    552824750387
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass38,323 miles (+10,751)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,323 miles
    Test number
    520495159329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,572 miles (+6,801)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,572 miles
    Test number
    143073048381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,771 miles (+2,679)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,771 miles
    Test number
    804704637344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,092 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,092 miles
    Test number
    551831346365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    15,340 miles
    Test number
    640273135388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S791 CPC

Does S791 CPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S791 CPC expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S791 CPC?
The MOT on S791 CPC expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S791 CPC done?
S791 CPC was recorded at 135,982 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025, an average of 6,288 miles a year.
Has S791 CPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S791 CPC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S791 CPC 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 S791 CPC find?
S791 CPC passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside, and 12 more.

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