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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 3,199 cc

T8 XASMOT history

T8 XAS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 46,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
46,365 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 XAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 XAS was last recorded at 46,365 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,361 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,365 miles
  • 2025 – 45,725 miles
  • 2024 – 45,056 miles
  • 2023 – 43,046 miles
  • 2022 – 41,654 miles
  • 2021 – 40,425 miles
  • 2020 – 37,583 miles
  • 2019 – 33,399 miles
  • 2018 – 29,982 miles
  • 2017 – 26,869 miles
  • 2016 – 26,238 miles
  • 2015 – 24,701 miles
  • 2014 – 22,564 miles
  • 2013 – 21,381 miles
  • 2012 – 19,967 miles
  • 2011 – 16,958 miles
  • 2010 – 13,938 miles
  • 2009 – 11,271 miles
  • 2008 – 8,050 miles
  • 2007 – 6,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,365 miles
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting accessRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside the vehicle is dirty, but examination is NOT unreasonably difficult.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,365 miles (+4)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    789846300056
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting access
    • AdvisoryUnderside the vehicle is dirty, but examination is NOT unreasonably difficult.

  2. Fail46,361 miles (+636)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,361 miles
    Test number
    499382002447
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting access
    • AdvisoryUnderside the vehicle is dirty, but examination is NOT unreasonably difficult.

  3. Pass45,725 miles (+669)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    45,725 miles
    Test number
    701842710213
    • MinorNearside Outer Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper defective
    • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting access

  4. Pass45,056 miles (+2,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,056 miles
    Test number
    427390186259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting access

  5. Pass43,046 miles (+38)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,046 miles
    Test number
    384716391738
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid looks discolored
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields fitted from new restricting access

  6. Fail43,008 miles (+1,354)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,008 miles
    Test number
    539038045742
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured lens broken (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured lens broken (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass41,654 miles (+1,229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    41,654 miles
    Test number
    918567662149
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryBoth repeater lamps slightly damaged but not affecting light output
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres slightly perished and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted so unable to make a proper inspection of metal brake pipes

  8. Pass40,425 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,425 miles
    Test number
    431312505752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass37,583 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    37,583 miles
    Test number
    980996415537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail37,572 miles (+4,173)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,572 miles
    Test number
    592419459275
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass33,399 miles (+3,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,399 miles
    Test number
    357191501561
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass29,982 miles (+3,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,982 miles
    Test number
    438761998607
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass26,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,869 miles
    Test number
    815188922697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,869 miles (+631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,869 miles
    Test number
    157935521963
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

  15. Pass26,238 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,238 miles
    Test number
    837609801871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,701 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,701 miles
    Test number
    765222275088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,564 miles (+1,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,564 miles
    Test number
    827912874037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  18. Pass21,381 miles (+1,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,381 miles
    Test number
    238383353079
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass19,967 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    637730262068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,958 miles (+3,020)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,958 miles
    Test number
    337670461036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    13,938 miles
    Test number
    232700560078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Fail13,938 miles (+2,667)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,938 miles
    Test number
    320230860020
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass11,271 miles (+3,221)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    11,271 miles
    Test number
    851021869099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,050 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    8,050 miles
    Test number
    450403778099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass6,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    6,453 miles
    Test number
    154083077496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 XAS

Does T8 XAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 XAS is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 XAS?
The MOT on T8 XAS is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 XAS done?
T8 XAS was recorded at 46,365 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 2,101 miles a year.
Has T8 XAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 XAS has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 XAS 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 T8 XAS find?
T8 XAS passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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