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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

T542 BDPMOT history

T542 BDP is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2023
Mileage
192,804 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 BDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 BDP was last recorded at 192,804 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,839 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
965 miles
Average per year
5,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 192,804 miles
  • 2021 – 191,839 miles
  • 2020 – 191,366 miles
  • 2019 – 188,151 miles
  • 2018 – 185,453 miles
  • 2017 – 181,930 miles
  • 2016 – 178,763 miles
  • 2015 – 175,161 miles
  • 2014 – 171,844 miles
  • 2013 – 168,286 miles
  • 2012 – 163,938 miles
  • 2011 – 157,445 miles
  • 2010 – 150,319 miles
  • 2009 – 142,554 miles
  • 2008 – 133,512 miles
  • 2007 – 120,826 miles
  • 2006 – 110,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,804 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak between engine and gearbox.
  • AdvisoryOil weeping from o/s diff seal.
  • AdvisorySlight play at o/s/f wheel.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine pans

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,804 miles (+965)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    192,804 miles
    Test number
    108040246977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak between engine and gearbox.
    • AdvisoryOil weeping from o/s diff seal.
    • AdvisorySlight play at o/s/f wheel.

  2. Pass191,839 miles (+473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,839 miles
    Test number
    293876681176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass191,366 miles (+3,215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    191,366 miles
    Test number
    431586856224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass188,151 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    188,151 miles
    Test number
    156015603186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine pans

  5. Fail188,149 miles (+2,696)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,149 miles
    Test number
    319710922246
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine pans

  6. Pass185,453 miles (+3,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    185,453 miles
    Test number
    290107355819
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass181,930 miles (+3,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    181,930 miles
    Test number
    846423597648
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s/f upper ball joint

  8. Pass178,763 miles (+3,602)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    178,763 miles
    Test number
    879086710015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  9. Pass175,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    175,161 miles
    Test number
    426397365193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail175,161 miles (+3,317)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,161 miles
    Test number
    267517165428
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass171,844 miles (+3,558)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    171,844 miles
    Test number
    236968564131
    • 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)
    • NoteOsf fog lamp glass cracked

  12. Pass168,286 miles (+4,348)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    168,286 miles
    Test number
    279866473459
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRight spot lamp glass cracked

  13. Pass163,938 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    163,938 miles
    Test number
    257490082405
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted in nsr seat unable to check seatbelt fully

  14. Fail163,938 miles (+6,493)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,938 miles
    Test number
    347797272181
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted in nsr seat unable to check seatbelt fully

  15. Pass157,445 miles (+33)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    157,445 miles
    Test number
    208173571453
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNsf bottom ball joint has a split dust cover

  16. Fail157,412 miles (+7,093)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,412 miles
    Test number
    918571471153
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNsf bottom ball joint has a split dust cover

  17. Pass150,319 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    150,319 miles
    Test number
    294139680161
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteScuffing to nearside front tyre
    • NoteSlight smearing wiper blade

  18. Fail150,319 miles (+7,765)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,319 miles
    Test number
    253818080139
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteScuffing to nearside front tyre
    • NoteSlight smearing wiper blade

  19. Pass142,554 miles (+9,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    142,554 miles
    Test number
    183904499131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass133,512 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    133,512 miles
    Test number
    344215188189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight smearing wiper blade
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  21. Fail133,512 miles (+12,686)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,512 miles
    Test number
    154695288103
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight smearing wiper blade
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  22. Pass120,826 miles (+9,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    120,826 miles
    Test number
    964252667100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass110,874 miles (+170)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    110,874 miles
    Test number
    154627186105
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s/f hub bearings. †

  24. Fail110,704 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,704 miles
    Test number
    293685186413
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre outer sidewall worn (showing kerbing marks)
    • NoteAdvise slight play in nearside and offside front wheel bearings

Questions about T542 BDP

Does T542 BDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T542 BDP expired on 18 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T542 BDP?
The MOT on T542 BDP expired on 18 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T542 BDP done?
T542 BDP was recorded at 192,804 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 5,027 miles a year.
Has T542 BDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 BDP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T542 BDP 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 T542 BDP find?
T542 BDP passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge.; oil leak between engine and gearbox.; oil weeping from o/s diff seal., and 1 more.

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