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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

T161 RPBMOT history

T161 RPB is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
88,578 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 RPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 RPB was last recorded at 88,578 miles on 24 Feb 2023, 2,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,559 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,019 miles
Average per year
3,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,578 miles
  • 2022 – 86,559 miles
  • 2021 – 85,960 miles
  • 2020 – 85,678 miles
  • 2019 – 84,896 miles
  • 2018 – 84,241 miles
  • 2017 – 80,814 miles
  • 2016 – 75,065 miles
  • 2015 – 68,705 miles
  • 2014 – 62,738 miles
  • 2013 – 57,155 miles
  • 2012 – 52,133 miles
  • 2011 – 48,925 miles
  • 2010 – 43,591 miles
  • 2009 – 39,150 miles
  • 2008 – 35,980 miles
  • 2007 – 33,243 miles
  • 2006 – 30,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,578 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOsr seals has rust

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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,578 miles (+2,019)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,578 miles
    Test number
    251015664721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsr seals has rust

  2. Pass86,559 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,559 miles
    Test number
    138116556615
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components rusty

  3. Fail86,559 miles (+599)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,559 miles
    Test number
    438141065882
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components rusty

  4. Pass85,960 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,960 miles
    Test number
    402044157193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail85,951 miles (+273)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,951 miles
    Test number
    194353557891
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass85,678 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    85,678 miles
    Test number
    138786066140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,896 miles (+655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,896 miles
    Test number
    103365015572
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,241 miles (+3,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    84,241 miles
    Test number
    263587738182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass80,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    823096963569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,814 miles (+5,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    667149437540
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass75,065 miles (+6,360)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    75,065 miles
    Test number
    121465729935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,705 miles (+5,967)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,705 miles
    Test number
    216882345003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,738 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,738 miles
    Test number
    198286754457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,155 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,155 miles
    Test number
    638917353043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,133 miles (+3,208)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,133 miles
    Test number
    489277432073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,925 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,925 miles
    Test number
    157212251480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,591 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,591 miles
    Test number
    212954250039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,150 miles (+3,170)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,150 miles
    Test number
    164295459463
    • NoteI tried to remove the (failable) MOT sticker before starting the test and had partial success.
    • NoteThe rear number plate is starting to fade.

  19. Pass35,980 miles (+2,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,980 miles
    Test number
    981243158065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass33,243 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,243 miles
    Test number
    644493357009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,563 miles
    Test number
    163132356448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T161 RPB

Does T161 RPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T161 RPB expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T161 RPB?
The MOT on T161 RPB expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T161 RPB done?
T161 RPB was recorded at 88,578 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2023, an average of 3,411 miles a year.
Has T161 RPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 RPB has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T161 RPB 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 T161 RPB find?
T161 RPB passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/15; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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