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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,996 cc

T965 TVMMOT history

T965 TVM is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 287,347 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
287,347 km
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,876 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T965 TVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T965 TVM was last recorded at 287,347 km on 15 Jan 2026, 13,365 km more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
273,982 km · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,365 km
Average per year
7,876 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 287,347 km
  • 2025 – 273,982 km
  • 2024 – 263,856 km
  • 2020 – 247,069 km
  • 2019 – 245,610 km
  • 2017 – 241,365 km
  • 2006 – 130,212 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,347 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front catalytic converter has been cut open and shut up .smoke test has passed ok.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,347 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    287,347 km
    Test number
    763045733549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail287,347 km (+13,365)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,347 km
    Test number
    421886503692
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass273,982 km (+10,126)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    273,982 km
    Test number
    606131887268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass263,856 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    263,856 km
    Test number
    429195700885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass283,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    283,415 miles
    Test number
    495158821052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail283,415 miles (+20,376)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,415 miles
    Test number
    699896426302
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail263,039 miles (+2,517)5 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,039 miles
    Test number
    889879490198
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPoor image both headlamps

  8. Fail260,522 miles (+12,739)6 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,522 miles
    Test number
    776207232543
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Exhaust catalytic converter obviously modified CATALYTIC CONVERTER BEEN RE WEILEDED (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking pipes leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated INNER AND OUTTER (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated INNER AND OUTTER (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisey

  9. Pass247,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    247,783 miles
    Test number
    368892984654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front catalytic converter has been cut open and shut up .smoke test has passed ok.

  10. Fail247,783 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,783 miles
    Test number
    985016597017
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lump (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread lump (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front catalytic converter has been cut open and shut up .smoke test has passed ok.

  11. Pass247,069 km (+1,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    247,069 km
    Test number
    471584775374
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass245,610 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    245,610 km
    Test number
    388659218943
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryDiff leaking

  13. Fail245,579 miles (+1,026)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,579 miles
    Test number
    633341169718
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres badly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  14. Pass244,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    244,553 miles
    Test number
    643609382151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass241,365 km (+111,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    241,365 km
    Test number
    924648779231
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f rack end (not trackrod end)

  16. Pass130,212 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    130,212 km
    Test number
    840423436095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T965 TVM

Does T965 TVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T965 TVM is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T965 TVM?
The MOT on T965 TVM is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T965 TVM done?
T965 TVM was recorded at 287,347 km at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 7,876 km a year.
Has T965 TVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T965 TVM has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T965 TVM 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 T965 TVM find?
T965 TVM passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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