Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

V12 PANMOT history

V12 PAN is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

V12 PAN grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
162,416 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,795 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V12 PAN in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V12 PAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 PAN was last recorded at 162,416 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 5,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
157,160 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,256 miles
Average per year
6,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,416 miles
  • 2025 – 157,160 miles
  • 2024 – 151,105 miles
  • 2023 – 144,136 miles
  • 2022 – 135,658 miles
  • 2021 – 125,841 miles
  • 2020 – 121,400 miles
  • 2019 – 115,004 miles
  • 2018 – 107,376 miles
  • 2017 – 96,864 miles
  • 2016 – 87,604 miles
  • 2015 – 80,169 miles
  • 2014 – 76,626 miles
  • 2013 – 69,915 miles
  • 2012 – 65,983 miles
  • 2011 – 60,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,416 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed belt cut out small (7.1.2 (b))

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    162,416 miles
    Test number
    833635311841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed belt cut out small (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail162,413 miles (+5,253)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,413 miles
    Test number
    324957088659
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly parking brake not holding on ratcheting (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed belt cut out small (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass157,160 miles (+6,055)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    157,160 miles
    Test number
    526090079448
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass151,105 miles (+6,969)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    151,105 miles
    Test number
    698805484480
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded in area of hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded in area of hose connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Partially cut (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTiny chip/cracks in windscreen, could be repaired

  5. Pass144,136 miles (+8,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,136 miles
    Test number
    495521321554
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,658 miles (+9,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,658 miles
    Test number
    699070724413
    • AdvisoryFront unable to see front brake pads.
    • AdvisoryHandbrake meets requirements but recommend adjustment.

  7. Pass125,841 miles (+4,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,841 miles
    Test number
    379316780176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass121,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,400 miles
    Test number
    504434585448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,398 miles (+6,394)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,398 miles
    Test number
    608380656918
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,004 miles (+7,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,004 miles
    Test number
    335142071989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass107,376 miles (+10,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    107,376 miles
    Test number
    645041699583
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass96,864 miles (+9,260)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,864 miles
    Test number
    186255202108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,604 miles (+7,435)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,604 miles
    Test number
    751770526747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,169 miles (+3,543)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,169 miles
    Test number
    748033685099
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass76,626 miles (+6,711)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    859900974069
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass69,915 miles (+3,932)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    688392973001
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,983 miles (+5,622)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,983 miles
    Test number
    408992372073
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,361 miles
    Test number
    889777971072
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about V12 PAN

Does V12 PAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 PAN is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 PAN?
The MOT on V12 PAN is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 PAN done?
V12 PAN was recorded at 162,416 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 6,795 miles a year.
Has V12 PAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 PAN has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V12 PAN 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 PAN find?
V12 PAN passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust; offside rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed belt cut out small.

Related registrations

Browse all V12P registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.