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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

T30 OARMOT history

T30 OAR is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2022
Mileage
135,686 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 OAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 OAR was last recorded at 135,686 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,087 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
599 miles
Average per year
4,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 135,686 miles
  • 2020 – 134,068 miles
  • 2019 – 133,246 miles
  • 2018 – 128,306 miles
  • 2017 – 123,284 miles
  • 2016 – 117,946 miles
  • 2015 – 109,466 miles
  • 2014 – 97,123 miles
  • 2012 – 90,674 miles
  • 2011 – 82,773 miles
  • 2010 – 80,084 miles
  • 2009 – 77,350 miles
  • 2008 – 74,345 miles
  • 2007 – 65,397 miles
  • 2006 – 59,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,686 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,686 miles (+599)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,686 miles
    Test number
    938799790487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail135,087 miles (+1,019)1 dangerous3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,087 miles
    Test number
    806506088902
    • DangerousFront Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear upper part of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Close to jacking point small hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,068 miles (+822)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,068 miles
    Test number
    869983736593
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,246 miles
    Test number
    748417927670
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,246 miles (+4,940)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,246 miles
    Test number
    859625104972
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,306 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,306 miles
    Test number
    120490211204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail128,291 miles (+5,007)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,291 miles
    Test number
    540345901210
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass123,284 miles (+5,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,284 miles
    Test number
    944145034631
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass117,946 miles (+8,480)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,946 miles
    Test number
    420743839080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    109,466 miles
    Test number
    908272785644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,466 miles (+7,572)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,466 miles
    Test number
    711095934115
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Fail101,894 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,894 miles
    Test number
    175310715402
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteWashers weak.

  13. Pass101,894 miles (+4,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    101,894 miles
    Test number
    299620215042
    • NoteWashers weak.

  14. Pass97,123 miles (+6,449)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,123 miles
    Test number
    866588504080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,674 miles (+5,504)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,674 miles
    Test number
    346157052335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,170 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    147295702414
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

  17. Fail85,170 miles (+2,397)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    197425302456
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

  18. Pass82,773 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,773 miles
    Test number
    136271761174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail82,764 miles (+2,680)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,764 miles
    Test number
    259298651160
    • FailureNearside Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass80,084 miles (+2,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    80,084 miles
    Test number
    501836640166
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass77,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    77,350 miles
    Test number
    372972569167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,350 miles (+3,005)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,350 miles
    Test number
    494082969186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass74,345 miles (+8,948)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    74,345 miles
    Test number
    743003468140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,397 miles (+5,953)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,397 miles
    Test number
    660928957141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,444 miles
    Test number
    392680866174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T30 OAR

Does T30 OAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T30 OAR expired on 10 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T30 OAR?
The MOT on T30 OAR expired on 10 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T30 OAR done?
T30 OAR was recorded at 135,686 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 4,917 miles a year.
Has T30 OAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 OAR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T30 OAR 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 T30 OAR find?
T30 OAR passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front non obligatory mirror damaged; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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