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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

T957 OWAMOT history

T957 OWA is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
135,436 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T957 OWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T957 OWA was last recorded at 135,436 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 2,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,973 miles · 30 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,463 miles
Average per year
2,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,436 miles
  • 2023 – 132,973 miles
  • 2022 – 132,941 miles
  • 2021 – 130,667 miles
  • 2020 – 129,188 miles
  • 2019 – 120,429 miles
  • 2018 – 117,952 miles
  • 2017 – 114,979 miles
  • 2016 – 111,694 miles
  • 2015 – 108,333 miles
  • 2014 – 105,320 miles
  • 2013 – 102,384 miles
  • 2012 – 101,544 miles
  • 2011 – 100,131 miles
  • 2010 – 98,923 miles
  • 2009 – 97,497 miles
  • 2008 – 95,778 miles
  • 2007 – 92,547 miles
  • 2006 – 91,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,436 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,436 miles (+2,463)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    135,436 miles
    Test number
    614013684559
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass132,973 miles (+32)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,973 miles
    Test number
    424866255475
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail132,941 miles (+2,274)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,941 miles
    Test number
    586437467734
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking Injector Pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass130,667 miles (+1,479)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,667 miles
    Test number
    766183875715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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))

  5. Pass129,188 miles (+8,759)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,188 miles
    Test number
    759317215796
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass120,429 miles (+2,477)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,429 miles
    Test number
    163373175673
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower sill corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion

  7. Pass117,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,952 miles
    Test number
    354343397908
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail117,952 miles (+2,973)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,952 miles
    Test number
    650526662437
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass114,979 miles (+3,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,979 miles
    Test number
    435626427344
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at limit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded at limit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower rear arch body corrosion present

  10. Pass111,694 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    111,694 miles
    Test number
    393972860429
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail111,694 miles (+3,361)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,694 miles
    Test number
    538096156997
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass108,333 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,333 miles
    Test number
    268397425415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,320 miles (+2,936)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,320 miles
    Test number
    297258024461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,384 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,384 miles
    Test number
    345449313198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    101,544 miles
    Test number
    288601632154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,544 miles (+1,413)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,544 miles
    Test number
    695661332175
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass100,131 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    100,131 miles
    Test number
    599232731186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,923 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    98,923 miles
    Test number
    164024030147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,497 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,497 miles
    Test number
    252698539124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,480 miles (+1,702)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,480 miles
    Test number
    532153639153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass95,778 miles (+3,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,778 miles
    Test number
    450335738143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass92,547 miles (+786)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    92,547 miles
    Test number
    770110337104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    91,761 miles
    Test number
    153266836143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T957 OWA

Does T957 OWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T957 OWA expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T957 OWA?
The MOT on T957 OWA expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T957 OWA done?
T957 OWA was recorded at 135,436 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 2,472 miles a year.
Has T957 OWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T957 OWA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T957 OWA 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 T957 OWA find?
T957 OWA passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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