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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

T890 FGTMOT history

T890 FGT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,862 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T890 FGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T890 FGT was last recorded at 143,862 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 3,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,379 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,483 miles
Average per year
4,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,862 miles
  • 2025 – 140,379 miles
  • 2024 – 139,685 miles
  • 2023 – 138,510 miles
  • 2022 – 135,598 miles
  • 2019 – 132,242 miles
  • 2016 – 126,899 miles
  • 2015 – 121,719 miles
  • 2014 – 114,417 miles
  • 2013 – 105,159 miles
  • 2012 – 100,120 miles
  • 2011 – 89,837 miles
  • 2010 – 80,974 miles
  • 2009 – 74,702 miles
  • 2008 – 67,340 miles
  • 2007 – 59,146 miles
  • 2006 – 50,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,862 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,862 miles (+3,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,862 miles
    Test number
    703756906610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass140,379 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,379 miles
    Test number
    156804871204
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil light on

  3. Fail140,363 miles (+678)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,363 miles
    Test number
    442931881754
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light on

  4. Pass139,685 miles (+1,175)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    139,685 miles
    Test number
    957393113964
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All four corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass138,510 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    138,510 miles
    Test number
    225559533681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass135,598 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    135,598 miles
    Test number
    724595486891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail135,582 miles (+3,340)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,582 miles
    Test number
    678976573444
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BOTH front upper bushes of front drop links worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & rear plates in poor condition (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass132,242 miles (+5,343)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,242 miles
    Test number
    863470078724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,899 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,899 miles
    Test number
    813262974493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,719 miles (+7,302)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,719 miles
    Test number
    926591965169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working

  11. Fail114,417 miles2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    785785984188
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass114,417 miles (+9,258)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    114,417 miles
    Test number
    936715484108
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass105,159 miles (+5)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,159 miles
    Test number
    206259573117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working

  14. Fail105,154 miles (+5,034)2 failures2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,154 miles
    Test number
    247927673445
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working

  15. Fail100,120 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    537375782184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass100,120 miles (+10,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    766975182102
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass89,837 miles (+8,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    89,837 miles
    Test number
    806870661178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass80,974 miles (+6,272)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,974 miles
    Test number
    583649050152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,702 miles (+7,362)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    242224979128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,340 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,340 miles
    Test number
    613545378107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,146 miles (+8,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,146 miles
    Test number
    413050887103
    • 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)

  22. Pass50,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    50,493 miles
    Test number
    781486086170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T890 FGT

Does T890 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T890 FGT is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T890 FGT?
The MOT on T890 FGT is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T890 FGT done?
T890 FGT was recorded at 143,862 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,721 miles a year.
Has T890 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T890 FGT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T890 FGT 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 T890 FGT find?
T890 FGT passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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