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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

T748 VAVMOT history

T748 VAV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
125,400 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T748 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T748 VAV was last recorded at 125,400 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 1,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,344 miles · 20 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,056 miles
Average per year
3,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,400 miles
  • 2023 – 124,344 miles
  • 2022 – 122,107 miles
  • 2021 – 121,562 miles
  • 2020 – 120,942 miles
  • 2019 – 119,992 miles
  • 2018 – 118,858 miles
  • 2017 – 117,606 miles
  • 2016 – 115,675 miles
  • 2015 – 112,978 miles
  • 2014 – 110,090 miles
  • 2013 – 106,722 miles
  • 2012 – 103,367 miles
  • 2011 – 99,957 miles
  • 2010 – 93,800 miles
  • 2009 – 88,275 miles
  • 2008 – 79,936 miles
  • 2007 – 71,696 miles
  • 2006 – 62,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,400 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,400 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    125,400 miles
    Test number
    232614338242
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail125,400 miles (+1,056)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,400 miles
    Test number
    571577548177
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,344 miles (+2,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    124,344 miles
    Test number
    575901800623
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass122,107 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,107 miles
    Test number
    539388203735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,562 miles (+620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,562 miles
    Test number
    195340564249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,942 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    120,942 miles
    Test number
    989939788167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,992 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,992 miles
    Test number
    270896937337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail119,988 miles (+1,130)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,988 miles
    Test number
    906800128259
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner wheel boot floor (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Pass118,858 miles (+1,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,858 miles
    Test number
    406733610253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass117,606 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,606 miles
    Test number
    330330355801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,675 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,675 miles
    Test number
    834411837120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,978 miles (+2,888)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,978 miles
    Test number
    297566805176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNSR Tyre wearing on outer edge

  13. Pass110,090 miles (+3,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,090 miles
    Test number
    207904614489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass106,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    106,722 miles
    Test number
    458694513131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,721 miles (+3,354)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,721 miles
    Test number
    127924913154
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass103,367 miles (+3,410)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    826155312137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,957 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,957 miles
    Test number
    388734921186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail99,852 miles (+6,052)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,852 miles
    Test number
    776887811113
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass93,800 miles (+5,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,800 miles
    Test number
    183337910146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass88,275 miles (+8,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    683448929144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass79,936 miles (+8,240)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    473756938141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,696 miles (+9,440)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    71,696 miles
    Test number
    584264947182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass62,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,256 miles
    Test number
    942280936168
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T748 VAV

Does T748 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T748 VAV is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T748 VAV?
The MOT on T748 VAV is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T748 VAV done?
T748 VAV was recorded at 125,400 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 3,135 miles a year.
Has T748 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T748 VAV has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T748 VAV 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 T748 VAV find?
T748 VAV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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