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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

V22 PFBMOT history

V22 PFB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 21 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

V22 PFB silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
96,970 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V22 PFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V22 PFB was last recorded at 96,970 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 1,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,373 miles · 17 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,597 miles
Average per year
4,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,970 miles
  • 2023 – 95,373 miles
  • 2022 – 92,814 miles
  • 2021 – 89,719 miles
  • 2019 – 86,428 miles
  • 2018 – 86,330 miles
  • 2016 – 83,928 miles
  • 2015 – 79,113 miles
  • 2014 – 70,590 miles
  • 2013 – 64,969 miles
  • 2012 – 54,781 miles
  • 2011 – 39,738 miles
  • 2010 – 28,303 miles
  • 2009 – 23,404 miles
  • 2008 – 19,427 miles
  • 2007 – 14,962 miles
  • 2006 – 12,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,970 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,970 miles
    Test number
    153310729094
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  2. Fail96,968 miles (+1,595)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    187462186780
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryWasher bottle leaking

  3. Pass95,373 miles (+2,559)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,373 miles
    Test number
    611228553784
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass92,814 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,814 miles
    Test number
    170141755195
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail92,813 miles (+3,094)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,813 miles
    Test number
    352094486195
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass89,719 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,719 miles
    Test number
    772603018798
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail89,718 miles (+3,290)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,718 miles
    Test number
    972825693562
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass86,428 miles (+98)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,428 miles
    Test number
    677049159394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass86,330 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,330 miles
    Test number
    169439706436
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets/clamp corroded

  10. Fail86,330 miles (+2,402)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,330 miles
    Test number
    325193549397
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets/clamp corroded

  11. Pass83,928 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    171782635020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail83,928 miles (+4,815)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    474119495307
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass79,113 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,113 miles
    Test number
    537732480104
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer rear (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail79,113 miles (+8,523)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,113 miles
    Test number
    184838104524
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer rear (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass70,590 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,590 miles
    Test number
    928419664250
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear drive shaft boots split.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail70,590 miles (+5,621)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,590 miles
    Test number
    487046164226
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear drive shaft boots split.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass64,969 miles (+10,188)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,969 miles
    Test number
    385648363415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,781 miles (+15,043)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,781 miles
    Test number
    187570772242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres inner edges worn
    • NoteRear exhaust securing bracket corroded/deteriorated but exhaust system is still secure

  19. Pass39,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    697520271207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail39,738 miles (+11,435)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    649990771266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass28,303 miles (+4,899)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,303 miles
    Test number
    153179240464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,404 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,404 miles
    Test number
    864551959035
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail23,403 miles (+3,976)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,403 miles
    Test number
    504450259084
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass19,427 miles (+4,465)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,427 miles
    Test number
    382485538093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres bold on edges

  25. Pass14,962 miles (+2,717)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,962 miles
    Test number
    710193047011
    • NoteOSF control arm ball jiont split

  26. Pass12,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,245 miles
    Test number
    761121216034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V22 PFB

Does V22 PFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V22 PFB expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V22 PFB?
The MOT on V22 PFB expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V22 PFB done?
V22 PFB was recorded at 96,970 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 4,644 miles a year.
Has V22 PFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V22 PFB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V22 PFB 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 V22 PFB find?
V22 PFB passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 9 more.

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