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Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,950 cc

V12 ABSMOT history

V12 ABS is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 34,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

V12 ABS grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
34,926 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 ABS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 ABS was last recorded at 34,926 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 2,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
32,120 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,806 miles
Average per year
3,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,926 miles
  • 2025 – 32,120 miles
  • 2024 – 29,258 miles
  • 2023 – 25,483 miles
  • 2022 – 22,620 miles
  • 2021 – 19,441 miles
  • 2020 – 16,258 miles
  • 2019 – 12,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,926 milesPassed 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    325518785110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail34,922 miles (+2,802)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,922 miles
    Test number
    915929960075
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass32,120 miles (+2,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    32,120 miles
    Test number
    828744857023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear and o/s rear brake pad getting low

  4. Pass29,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    29,258 miles
    Test number
    157709370126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail29,254 miles (+3,771)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,254 miles
    Test number
    412611372489
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (central)in line with the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass25,483 miles (+2,863)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    25,483 miles
    Test number
    126459777316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,620 miles (+3,179)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    22,620 miles
    Test number
    985998328067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall and wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass19,441 miles (+3,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    19,441 miles
    Test number
    103240513519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge showing feathering on edges(not excessive) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close across treads (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass16,258 miles (+4,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    16,258 miles
    Test number
    626184480018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass12,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    12,203 miles
    Test number
    293485550924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 ABS

Does V12 ABS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 ABS is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 ABS?
The MOT on V12 ABS is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 ABS done?
V12 ABS was recorded at 34,926 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 3,027 miles a year.
Has V12 ABS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 ABS has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 ABS 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 V12 ABS find?
V12 ABS passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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