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Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 3,266 cc

T500 TAKMOT history

T500 TAK is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 285,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
285,676 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 TAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 TAK was last recorded at 285,676 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
285,674 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 285,676 miles
  • 2024 – 283,673 miles
  • 2021 – 282,645 miles
  • 2019 – 280,081 miles
  • 2017 – 273,116 miles
  • 2016 – 259,471 miles
  • 2015 – 253,845 miles
  • 2014 – 245,493 miles
  • 2013 – 236,140 miles
  • 2012 – 197,910 miles
  • 2011 – 188,966 miles
  • 2010 – 173,055 miles
  • 2009 – 151,553 miles
  • 2008 – 140,525 miles
  • 2007 – 120,614 miles
  • 2006 – 104,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass285,676 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass285,676 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    285,676 miles
    Test number
    372609900714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail285,674 miles (+2,001)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    285,674 miles
    Test number
    806464635581
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor inner/ sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass283,673 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    283,673 miles
    Test number
    796742578799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail283,671 miles (+1,026)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,671 miles
    Test number
    646092702004
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass282,645 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    282,645 miles
    Test number
    243476862952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail282,597 miles (+2,516)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,597 miles
    Test number
    252099218161
    • MajorBrake performance not tested All brakes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass280,081 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    280,081 miles
    Test number
    604040393760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail280,080 miles (+6,964)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,080 miles
    Test number
    102305414004
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass273,116 miles (+13,645)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    273,116 miles
    Test number
    470823928694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass259,471 miles (+5,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    259,471 miles
    Test number
    898348533278
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass253,845 miles (+8,352)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    253,845 miles
    Test number
    115477438369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass245,493 miles (+9,353)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    245,493 miles
    Test number
    357709474240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel and brake pipes all heavilyrusted

  13. Pass236,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    236,140 miles
    Test number
    739608453362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail236,140 miles (+24,990)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,140 miles
    Test number
    245547153356
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  15. Pass211,150 miles (+13,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    211,150 miles
    Test number
    178395703014
    • NoteInner edge of bothh front tyres wearing

  16. Pass197,910 miles (+8,944)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    197,910 miles
    Test number
    379686812091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass188,966 miles (+15,911)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    188,966 miles
    Test number
    839663111011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass173,055 miles (+21,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    173,055 miles
    Test number
    300008310003
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass151,553 miles (+11,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    151,553 miles
    Test number
    193582819433
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  20. Pass140,525 miles (+19,911)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    140,525 miles
    Test number
    672630158051
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriate

  21. Pass120,614 miles (+15,641)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    120,614 miles
    Test number
    231445447006
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  22. Pass104,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    583889736047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,973 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    863569136069
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T500 TAK

Does T500 TAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 TAK expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 TAK?
The MOT on T500 TAK expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 TAK done?
T500 TAK was recorded at 285,676 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 9,196 miles a year.
Has T500 TAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 TAK has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 TAK 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 T500 TAK find?
T500 TAK passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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