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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T317 BLJMOT history

T317 BLJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 194,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
194,934 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T317 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T317 BLJ was last recorded at 194,934 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 18,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,263 miles · 3 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
18,671 miles
Average per year
7,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 194,934 miles
  • 2020 – 176,263 miles
  • 2019 – 174,455 miles
  • 2017 – 173,081 miles
  • 2016 – 162,879 miles
  • 2015 – 150,023 miles
  • 2014 – 130,264 miles
  • 2013 – 115,575 miles
  • 2012 – 103,418 miles
  • 2010 – 84,006 miles
  • 2007 – 80,309 miles
  • 2006 – 74,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,934 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,934 miles (+18,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    194,934 miles
    Test number
    898784252391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass176,263 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    176,263 miles
    Test number
    159465847412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass174,455 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    174,455 miles
    Test number
    882472816031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail174,452 miles (+1,371)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,452 miles
    Test number
    189998030470
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill ( jacking point ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass173,081 miles (+10,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    173,081 miles
    Test number
    637027679609
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  6. Pass162,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    162,879 miles
    Test number
    357165331231
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn foot lever (3.1.5)

  7. Fail162,879 miles (+12,856)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,879 miles
    Test number
    588449311186
    • FailureFront Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) both side inner tie rod (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn foot lever (3.1.5)

  8. Pass150,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    150,023 miles
    Test number
    569415805274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail150,022 miles (+19,758)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,022 miles
    Test number
    185325505260
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass130,264 miles (+14,689)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    130,264 miles
    Test number
    818601634092
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass115,575 miles (+12,157)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    115,575 miles
    Test number
    838032033093
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust joint loose

  12. Pass103,418 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    103,418 miles
    Test number
    628173732036
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail103,418 miles (+19,412)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,418 miles
    Test number
    989272332021
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDrive belt perished. oil leak at g/box.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bold on inside edge.

  14. Pass84,006 miles (+942)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    212223940382
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs wearing

  15. Pass83,064 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    664967040033
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBas and asr light on

  16. Fail83,064 miles (+2,755)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,064 miles
    Test number
    830267040080
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBas and asr light on

  17. Pass80,309 miles (+5,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    80,309 miles
    Test number
    971608357040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass74,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    650093756007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T317 BLJ

Does T317 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T317 BLJ expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T317 BLJ?
The MOT on T317 BLJ expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T317 BLJ done?
T317 BLJ was recorded at 194,934 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 7,623 miles a year.
Has T317 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T317 BLJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T317 BLJ 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 T317 BLJ find?
T317 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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