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Mercedes-Benz E

Purple · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

T275 RGKMOT history

T275 RGK is a purple diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
113,175 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T275 RGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T275 RGK was last recorded at 113,175 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 3,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,465 miles · 6 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,710 miles
Average per year
3,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,175 miles
  • 2024 – 109,465 miles
  • 2023 – 92,729 miles
  • 2022 – 91,433 miles
  • 2021 – 83,462 miles
  • 2020 – 80,656 miles
  • 2019 – 80,301 miles
  • 2018 – 79,179 miles
  • 2017 – 78,238 miles
  • 2016 – 77,382 miles
  • 2015 – 76,146 miles
  • 2014 – 74,869 miles
  • 2013 – 70,945 miles
  • 2012 – 68,715 miles
  • 2011 – 65,446 miles
  • 2010 – 62,350 miles
  • 2009 – 57,713 miles
  • 2008 – 52,891 miles
  • 2006 – 46,038 miles
  • 2005 – 43,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,175 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, faded (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Wings corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre and rear sill corroded. Advise early repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer bushes, both arms worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Differential slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,175 miles (+3,710)3 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,175 miles
    Test number
    691357523412
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre and rear sill corroded. Advise early repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer bushes, both arms worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,465 miles (+16,736)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,465 miles
    Test number
    114140544817
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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, faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Under body corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch/sill. Advise early repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,729 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,729 miles
    Test number
    423611015144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail92,702 miles (+1,269)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,702 miles
    Test number
    267845005221
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,433 miles (+7,971)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,433 miles
    Test number
    454094419811
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both and restricted view (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass83,462 miles (+2,806)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    327496498701
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play And bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear differential slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass80,656 miles (+355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,656 miles
    Test number
    934330720115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,301 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,301 miles
    Test number
    281914218642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,179 miles (+941)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    548087435112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,238 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,238 miles
    Test number
    583331461965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,382 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,382 miles
    Test number
    783612363407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,146 miles
    Test number
    906439185195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,139 miles (+1,270)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,139 miles
    Test number
    378879185170
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass74,869 miles (+3,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    105279094146
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass70,945 miles (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,945 miles
    Test number
    375974283145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,715 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,715 miles
    Test number
    387451402462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,446 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,446 miles
    Test number
    716449791156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,350 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,350 miles
    Test number
    863528500221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,713 miles (+4,822)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,713 miles
    Test number
    183873409263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,891 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,891 miles
    Test number
    443290508214
    • NoteAdvise both front lower front arm bushes slightly deteriorated and slight movement
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres warn on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise offside rear sill lip by jacking point starting to rust and sill cover damaged
    • NoteAdvise slight play in both front lower suspension balljoints

  21. Fail52,889 miles (+6,851)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    193279098145
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAdvise both front lower front arm bushes slightly deteriorated and slight movement
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres warn on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise offside rear sill lip by jacking point starting to rust and sill cover damaged
    • NoteAdvise slight play in both front lower suspension balljoints

  22. Pass46,038 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,038 miles
    Test number
    902364436289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    43,824 miles
    Test number
    750926305209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T275 RGK

Does T275 RGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T275 RGK expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T275 RGK?
The MOT on T275 RGK expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T275 RGK done?
T275 RGK was recorded at 113,175 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 3,449 miles a year.
Has T275 RGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T275 RGK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T275 RGK 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 T275 RGK find?
T275 RGK failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside front lower coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear lower coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/arch, and 15 more.

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