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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,597 cc

V14 WARMOT history

V14 WAR is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 14 Jun 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 118,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

V14 WAR black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
118,681 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V14 WAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V14 WAR was last recorded at 118,681 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,639 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
4,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,681 miles
  • 2023 – 118,639 miles
  • 2022 – 118,217 miles
  • 2021 – 115,482 miles
  • 2020 – 114,795 miles
  • 2019 – 114,074 miles
  • 2018 – 112,990 miles
  • 2017 – 107,080 miles
  • 2016 – 100,929 miles
  • 2015 – 93,263 miles
  • 2014 – 85,490 miles
  • 2013 – 79,293 miles
  • 2012 – 72,777 miles
  • 2010 – 61,551 miles
  • 2009 – 56,540 miles
  • 2008 – 51,429 miles
  • 2007 – 45,985 miles
  • 2006 – 40,620 miles
  • 2005 – 34,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,681 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,681 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    118,681 miles
    Test number
    456780565033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass118,639 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    118,639 miles
    Test number
    439996714947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    203077269097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,217 miles (+2,735)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,217 miles
    Test number
    649426481039
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass115,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    115,482 miles
    Test number
    846964192779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,482 miles (+687)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,482 miles
    Test number
    529374697802
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,795 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,795 miles
    Test number
    269757938938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail114,795 miles (+721)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,795 miles
    Test number
    719153094739
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass114,074 miles (+1,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    114,074 miles
    Test number
    156635874517
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,990 miles
    Test number
    519556352432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,990 miles (+5,910)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,990 miles
    Test number
    600201494440
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass107,080 miles (+6,151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,080 miles
    Test number
    430309064498
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel lines corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f bottom ball joint worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r top arm bush poor condition

  13. Pass100,929 miles (+7,666)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,929 miles
    Test number
    759577137537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,263 miles (+7,773)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,263 miles
    Test number
    686059315144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,490 miles (+6,197)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,490 miles
    Test number
    116708914139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,293 miles (+6,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,293 miles
    Test number
    578963033149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass72,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,777 miles
    Test number
    205580172422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    345940272107
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  19. Pass61,551 miles (+180)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    481852680141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll brake pads getting down

  20. Fail61,371 miles (+4,831)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,371 miles
    Test number
    813453370165
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll brake pads getting down

  21. Pass56,540 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,540 miles
    Test number
    801391689137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres getting down

  22. Fail56,540 miles (+5,111)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,540 miles
    Test number
    844541689131
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres getting down

  23. Pass51,429 miles (+5,444)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    540277508248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass45,985 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,985 miles
    Test number
    741741097176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,620 miles (+6,449)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,620 miles
    Test number
    442520106297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    34,171 miles
    Test number
    521226505228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V14 WAR

Does V14 WAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V14 WAR expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V14 WAR?
The MOT on V14 WAR expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V14 WAR done?
V14 WAR was recorded at 118,681 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 4,432 miles a year.
Has V14 WAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V14 WAR has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V14 WAR 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 V14 WAR find?
V14 WAR passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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