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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 2,143 cc

T40 RTAMOT history

T40 RTA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 108,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
108,843 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 RTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
31 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 RTA was last recorded at 108,843 miles on 27 Dec 2025, 12,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,112 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,731 miles
Average per year
12,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,843 miles
  • 2024 – 96,112 miles
  • 2023 – 85,941 miles
  • 2022 – 71,931 miles
  • 2021 – 60,474 miles
  • 2020 – 40,141 miles
  • 2019 – 31,522 miles
  • 2018 – 21,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,843 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 20 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    108,843 miles
    Test number
    601990836309
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,843 miles (+12,731)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,843 miles
    Test number
    249818103006
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,112 miles (+10,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,112 miles
    Test number
    182478031622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    653321336985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail85,933 miles (+14,002)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,933 miles
    Test number
    856708111148
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,931 miles (+11,457)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,931 miles
    Test number
    904192781577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,474 miles (+80)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    132068467179
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail60,394 miles (+20,253)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,394 miles
    Test number
    315739504889
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass40,141 miles (+8,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    40,141 miles
    Test number
    835507300832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass31,522 miles (+9,983)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,522 miles
    Test number
    665220593020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass21,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    21,539 miles
    Test number
    675424861238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about T40 RTA

Does T40 RTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 RTA is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 RTA?
The MOT on T40 RTA is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 RTA done?
T40 RTA was recorded at 108,843 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2025, an average of 12,437 miles a year.
Has T40 RTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 RTA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 RTA 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 RTA find?
T40 RTA passed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both.

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