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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T451 MLFMOT history

T451 MLF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2024
Mileage
72,537 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T451 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T451 MLF was last recorded at 72,537 miles on 9 Oct 2023, 893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Aug 2015: 62,133 miles, lower than 62,526 miles on 14 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
71,644 miles · 28 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
893 miles
Average per year
2,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,537 miles
  • 2022 – 71,644 miles
  • 2021 – 70,566 miles
  • 2020 – 69,245 miles
  • 2019 – 68,707 miles
  • 2017 – 68,380 miles
  • 2016 – 65,117 miles
  • 2015 – 62,133 miles
  • 2014 – 59,421 miles
  • 2013 – 53,147 miles
  • 2012 – 49,530 miles
  • 2011 – 45,573 miles
  • 2010 – 42,624 miles
  • 2009 – 38,071 miles
  • 2008 – 33,087 miles
  • 2007 – 28,933 miles
  • 2006 – 24,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,537 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r & o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,537 miles (+893)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,537 miles
    Test number
    993567495418
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r & o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,644 miles (+1,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,644 miles
    Test number
    222231031796
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,566 miles (+1,321)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,566 miles
    Test number
    882837167958
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  4. Pass69,245 miles (+538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,245 miles
    Test number
    141642937818
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass68,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,707 miles
    Test number
    544028731972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front repeater lens missing

  6. Fail68,707 miles (+327)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,707 miles
    Test number
    127676695133
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front repeater lens missing

  7. Pass68,380 miles (+3,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,380 miles
    Test number
    693198590042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  8. Pass65,117 miles (+2,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,117 miles
    Test number
    567941718204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass62,133 miles (-393)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    490785459559
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer edge worn

  10. Fail62,526 miles (+3,105)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,526 miles
    Test number
    687706125268
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer edge worn

  11. Pass59,421 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,421 miles
    Test number
    809308024282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,147 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,147 miles
    Test number
    337241283076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,530 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,530 miles
    Test number
    305763132017
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  14. Fail49,520 miles (+3,947)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,520 miles
    Test number
    197361132465
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  15. Pass45,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,573 miles
    Test number
    478054811006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail45,573 miles (+2,949)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,573 miles
    Test number
    157854211468
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass42,624 miles (+4,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,624 miles
    Test number
    662834730041
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass38,071 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,071 miles
    Test number
    773734529021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,087 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,087 miles
    Test number
    371185038051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,933 miles (+4,181)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,933 miles
    Test number
    862341637066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,752 miles
    Test number
    202171636002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T451 MLF

Does T451 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T451 MLF expired on 27 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T451 MLF?
The MOT on T451 MLF expired on 27 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T451 MLF done?
T451 MLF was recorded at 72,537 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2023, an average of 2,702 miles a year.
Has T451 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T451 MLF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T451 MLF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T451 MLF find?
T451 MLF passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2023 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r & o/s/r; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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