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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 3,226 cc

T26 RWCMOT history

T26 RWC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 152,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2025
Mileage
152,170 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 RWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,226 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 RWC was last recorded at 152,170 miles on 27 Jan 2024, 2,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,050 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,120 miles
Average per year
6,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,170 miles
  • 2022 – 150,050 miles
  • 2021 – 149,999 miles
  • 2020 – 142,655 miles
  • 2019 – 136,252 miles
  • 2018 – 126,672 miles
  • 2017 – 124,456 miles
  • 2016 – 121,663 miles
  • 2015 – 114,832 miles
  • 2014 – 111,832 miles
  • 2013 – 107,120 miles
  • 2012 – 101,778 miles
  • 2011 – 87,268 miles
  • 2010 – 77,855 miles
  • 2009 – 73,849 miles
  • 2008 – 70,890 miles
  • 2007 – 55,683 miles
  • 2006 – 42,038 miles
  • 2005 – 38,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,170 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front light output slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all round (n/s/f inner arch,doors n/s/r and o/s/r arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing close to legal limit and worn inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamps dull

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,170 miles (+2,120)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,170 miles
    Test number
    208092665835
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front light output slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all round (n/s/f inner arch,doors n/s/r and o/s/r arch) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing close to legal limit and worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion

  2. Pass150,050 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    150,050 miles
    Test number
    366654272829
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective headlamps dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,050 miles (+51)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,050 miles
    Test number
    809801260464
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective headlamps dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,999 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,999 miles
    Test number
    734007932845
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body holed and corroded in general (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,997 miles (+7,342)1 dangerous4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,997 miles
    Test number
    857239452054
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn slightly inner edge flat spot (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting point inner outer sill inner inner wheel arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sills floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body holed and corroded in general (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass142,655 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,655 miles
    Test number
    498602095951
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective DULL (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective DULL (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush will need repair (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear INDICATOR DULL
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail142,655 miles (+6,403)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,655 miles
    Test number
    500355207700
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring cup mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective DULL (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective DULL (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush will need repair (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear INDICATOR DULL
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass136,252 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,252 miles
    Test number
    264134507057
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    618360196433
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLamp warning displayed on dash

  10. Pass126,672 miles (+2,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    126,672 miles
    Test number
    692579620163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass124,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,456 miles
    Test number
    397666894057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,456 miles (+2,793)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,456 miles
    Test number
    691924615845
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass121,663 miles (+6,831)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,663 miles
    Test number
    425875967715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,832 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    695607965148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,832 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    111,832 miles
    Test number
    535210124294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,120 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    107,120 miles
    Test number
    156144073403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,778 miles (+14,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    101,778 miles
    Test number
    229331432041
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Pass87,268 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    87,268 miles
    Test number
    246330041089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail87,255 miles (+9,400)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,255 miles
    Test number
    168209231453
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass77,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    293807440078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,855 miles (+4,006)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    372937040034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  22. Pass73,849 miles (+2,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    864237469197
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass70,890 miles (+15,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    70,890 miles
    Test number
    310936928216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass55,683 miles (+622)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,683 miles
    Test number
    510443317390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front lower ball joints have slight lift
    • NoteNearside front fog light not working
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting low

  25. Fail55,061 miles (+13,023)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,061 miles
    Test number
    794477207382
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front lower ball joints have slight lift
    • NoteNearside front fog light not working
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting low

  26. Pass42,038 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,038 miles
    Test number
    950044816326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    303605615357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail38,114 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    914413215336
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T26 RWC

Does T26 RWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 RWC expired on 26 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 RWC?
The MOT on T26 RWC expired on 26 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 RWC done?
T26 RWC was recorded at 152,170 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2024, an average of 6,262 miles a year.
Has T26 RWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 RWC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T26 RWC 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 T26 RWC find?
T26 RWC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both front light output slightly dull; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 11 more.

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