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Mercedes-Benz E280

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

T4 XEPMOT history

T4 XEP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E280 first used on 2 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,950 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 XEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E280
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 XEP was last recorded at 85,950 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 10,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,488 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,462 miles
Average per year
3,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,950 miles
  • 2024 – 75,488 miles
  • 2023 – 70,723 miles
  • 2022 – 67,622 miles
  • 2021 – 66,349 miles
  • 2020 – 64,108 miles
  • 2019 – 62,172 miles
  • 2018 – 60,557 miles
  • 2017 – 58,315 miles
  • 2016 – 55,172 miles
  • 2015 – 52,472 miles
  • 2014 – 49,839 miles
  • 2013 – 45,546 miles
  • 2012 – 42,104 miles
  • 2011 – 38,964 miles
  • 2010 – 36,160 miles
  • 2009 – 33,861 miles
  • 2008 – 29,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp washer insufficient washer fluid

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,950 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,950 miles
    Test number
    190045945348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp washer insufficient washer fluid

  2. Fail85,950 miles (+10,462)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,950 miles
    Test number
    564384763819
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn In hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp washer insufficient washer fluid

  3. Pass75,488 miles (+4,765)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    75,488 miles
    Test number
    589165462233
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,723 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    607049962573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    482655919568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail67,622 miles (+1,273)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    148681078405
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,349 miles (+2,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    884550638638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,108 miles (+1,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    64,108 miles
    Test number
    514223051115
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,172 miles (+1,615)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,172 miles
    Test number
    721798171964
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    961106980488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,557 miles (+325)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,557 miles
    Test number
    620048425043
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass60,232 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,232 miles
    Test number
    672957981280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,231 miles (+1,916)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,231 miles
    Test number
    512376560911
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,315 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    789033316888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,314 miles (+3,142)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,314 miles
    Test number
    500301829905
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,172 miles (+2,700)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,172 miles
    Test number
    719127470305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,472 miles (+2,633)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,472 miles
    Test number
    917901235144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,839 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,839 miles
    Test number
    106908644183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,546 miles (+3,442)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    615588043170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGlow plug light on

  20. Pass42,104 miles (+3,140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,104 miles
    Test number
    367269032192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDamage to o/s front of vehicle

  21. Pass38,964 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,964 miles
    Test number
    649583941140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,160 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    723677930136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,861 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,861 miles
    Test number
    233858129117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,905 miles
    Test number
    443648218259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 XEP

Does T4 XEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 XEP is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 XEP?
The MOT on T4 XEP is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 XEP done?
T4 XEP was recorded at 85,950 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,246 miles a year.
Has T4 XEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 XEP has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 XEP 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 T4 XEP find?
T4 XEP passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front headlamp washer insufficient washer fluid.

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