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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Petrol · 2015 · 3,498 cc

T40 ESLMOT history

T40 ESL is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 2 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 68,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
68,711 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 ESL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
2 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 ESL was last recorded at 68,711 miles on 16 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,700 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,711 miles
  • 2025 – 67,356 miles
  • 2023 – 53,782 miles
  • 2022 – 41,848 miles
  • 2021 – 35,482 miles
  • 2020 – 28,790 miles
  • 2018 – 18,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,711 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,711 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    68,711 miles
    Test number
    613430177198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail68,700 miles (+1,344)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,700 miles
    Test number
    190027439874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass67,356 miles (+13,574)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    67,356 miles
    Test number
    207131999577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,782 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,782 miles
    Test number
    221847717973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail53,762 miles (+11,914)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,762 miles
    Test number
    957895049176
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (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 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass41,848 miles (+6,366)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    41,848 miles
    Test number
    266166598582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,482 miles (+6,692)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    35,482 miles
    Test number
    415532084321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass28,790 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,790 miles
    Test number
    739746471833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail28,790 miles (+10,287)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,790 miles
    Test number
    371204600159
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass18,503 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    18,503 miles
    Test number
    535842487581
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover , plastic sill covers , & under trays fitted , not allowing full inspection

Questions about T40 ESL

Does T40 ESL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 ESL is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 ESL?
The MOT on T40 ESL is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 ESL done?
T40 ESL was recorded at 68,711 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 6,494 miles a year.
Has T40 ESL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 ESL has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 ESL 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 T40 ESL find?
T40 ESL passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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