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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

T888 BOSMOT history

T888 BOS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 174,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
174,596 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 BOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 BOS was last recorded at 174,596 miles on 27 May 2026, 88 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2011: 59,548 miles, lower than 89,367 miles on 28 May 2010.

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
174,508 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
88 miles
Average per year
5,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,596 miles
  • 2025 – 170,160 miles
  • 2024 – 165,769 miles
  • 2023 – 160,991 miles
  • 2022 – 156,052 miles
  • 2021 – 149,081 miles
  • 2019 – 144,369 miles
  • 2018 – 140,594 miles
  • 2017 – 136,536 miles
  • 2016 – 129,637 miles
  • 2015 – 125,110 miles
  • 2014 – 120,510 miles
  • 2013 – 116,166 miles
  • 2012 – 108,841 miles
  • 2011 – 59,548 miles
  • 2010 – 89,367 miles
  • 2009 – 84,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,596 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear . (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Under tray fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,596 miles (+88)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    174,596 miles
    Test number
    580738062494
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,508 miles (+4,348)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,508 miles
    Test number
    106876601650
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245 45 zr17 99w xl (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear . (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge and close. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,160 miles (+8)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    170,160 miles
    Test number
    561531433443
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  4. Fail170,152 miles (+4,383)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,152 miles
    Test number
    852728206408
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter area. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smear. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  5. Pass165,769 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    165,769 miles
    Test number
    822137683686
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S Headlight Bracket Broken
    • AdvisoryN/S Side Repeater Lens Damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Top Arm Ball Joint Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted

  6. Fail165,767 miles (+4)4 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,767 miles
    Test number
    369937778931
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail165,763 miles (+4,772)5 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,763 miles
    Test number
    431281315440
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smear. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Head light bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  8. Pass160,991 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    160,991 miles
    Test number
    259743153111
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail160,991 miles (+4,939)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,991 miles
    Test number
    156262491060
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting bold from inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass156,052 miles (+6,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    156,052 miles
    Test number
    689061299558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside side reapeater slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass149,081 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    149,081 miles
    Test number
    925838043255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass144,369 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    144,369 miles
    Test number
    409392442977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,594 miles (+4,058)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,594 miles
    Test number
    693226351494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass136,536 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    136,536 miles
    Test number
    122616581165
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  15. Fail136,535 miles (+62)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,535 miles
    Test number
    657544581902
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  16. Fail136,473 miles (+6,836)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,473 miles
    Test number
    992676592290
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass129,637 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    129,637 miles
    Test number
    473246730255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail129,637 miles (+4,527)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,637 miles
    Test number
    149786034305
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass125,110 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    125,110 miles
    Test number
    937358205044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    120,510 miles
    Test number
    417934924094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail120,510 miles (+4,344)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,510 miles
    Test number
    775934924020
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass116,166 miles (+7,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,166 miles
    Test number
    716681853164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass108,841 miles (+49,293)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,841 miles
    Test number
    205017632196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,548 miles (-29,819)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,548 miles
    Test number
    259990031163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass89,367 miles (+5,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,367 miles
    Test number
    752598340177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass84,329 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    84,329 miles
    Test number
    454604249370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

Questions about T888 BOS

Does T888 BOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 BOS is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 BOS?
The MOT on T888 BOS is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 BOS done?
T888 BOS was recorded at 174,596 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 5,484 miles a year.
Has T888 BOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 BOS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T888 BOS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T888 BOS find?
T888 BOS passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears slight corrosion.; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear .; nearside head light bracket broken., and 1 more.

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