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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

V18 KSYMOT history

V18 KSY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 101,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

V18 KSY black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,467 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 KSY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 KSY was last recorded at 101,467 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 4,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,317 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,150 miles
Average per year
8,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,467 miles
  • 2024 – 97,317 miles
  • 2023 – 91,718 miles
  • 2022 – 85,732 miles
  • 2021 – 80,015 miles
  • 2020 – 77,505 miles
  • 2019 – 73,685 miles
  • 2018 – 65,304 miles
  • 2017 – 45,983 miles
  • 2016 – 23,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,467 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear parking brake effort is just within pass requirements. adjustment/repair advised

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.

  • Engine cover and lower under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,467 miles (+4,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    227472971955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake effort is just within pass requirements. adjustment/repair advised
  2. Pass97,317 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,317 miles
    Test number
    279569807553
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and lower under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  3. Fail97,310 miles (+5,592)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    950992940232
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Close to rear lower suspension arm bolts to subframe both sides/rotted/holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and lower under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  4. Pass91,718 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    91,718 miles
    Test number
    435204354363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Fail91,718 miles (+5,986)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,718 miles
    Test number
    718875092461
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass85,732 miles (+5,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,732 miles
    Test number
    429751335942
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges & cuts
  7. Pass80,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    734455460974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,015 miles (+2,510)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    956348469541
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass77,505 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,505 miles
    Test number
    178983271653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  10. Fail77,505 miles (+3,820)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,505 miles
    Test number
    787470106899
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  11. Pass73,685 miles (+8,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,685 miles
    Test number
    383634571761
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside rear and offside rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass65,304 miles (+19,321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,304 miles
    Test number
    144971645713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,983 miles (+22,825)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,983 miles
    Test number
    384760891978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    803925556207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 KSY

Does V18 KSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 KSY is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 KSY?
The MOT on V18 KSY is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 KSY done?
V18 KSY was recorded at 101,467 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,495 miles a year.
Has V18 KSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 KSY has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on V18 KSY 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 V18 KSY find?
V18 KSY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear parking brake effort is just within pass requirements. adjustment/repair advised.

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