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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V39 FSXMOT history

V39 FSX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 60,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

V39 FSX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
60,777 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V39 FSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V39 FSX was last recorded at 60,777 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 3,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,580 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,197 miles
Average per year
1,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,777 miles
  • 2025 – 57,580 miles
  • 2024 – 55,992 miles
  • 2023 – 54,954 miles
  • 2021 – 53,250 miles
  • 2020 – 51,955 miles
  • 2019 – 50,798 miles
  • 2018 – 48,117 miles
  • 2017 – 47,956 miles
  • 2016 – 47,738 miles
  • 2015 – 47,524 miles
  • 2014 – 47,167 miles
  • 2013 – 46,731 miles
  • 2012 – 46,192 miles
  • 2011 – 45,457 miles
  • 2010 – 44,983 miles
  • 2009 – 44,389 miles
  • 2008 – 43,077 miles
  • 2007 – 39,234 miles
  • 2006 – 31,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,777 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe has corosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Floor not fully secure corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor not fully secure hole in floor pan (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe has corosion

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,777 miles (+3,197)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    60,777 miles
    Test number
    843603645630
    • AdvisoryFront subframe has corosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Floor not fully secure corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Floor not fully secure hole in floor pan (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe has corosion

  2. Pass57,580 miles (+1,588)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    327816054206
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass55,992 miles (+1,038)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,992 miles
    Test number
    822492171871
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,954 miles (+1)2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    54,954 miles
    Test number
    905177544765
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail54,953 miles (+1,703)4 major2 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,953 miles
    Test number
    467289347596
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,250 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    488543835279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail53,250 miles (+1,295)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,250 miles
    Test number
    749724013151
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass51,955 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,955 miles
    Test number
    640780656282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,798 miles (+2,681)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,798 miles
    Test number
    906105266391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,117 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    787159031089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,956 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,956 miles
    Test number
    600846110136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,738 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    506306314233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,524 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,524 miles
    Test number
    997708015196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,167 miles
    Test number
    939845804127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,167 miles (+436)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,167 miles
    Test number
    645778294060
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass46,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,731 miles
    Test number
    939486913147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,731 miles (+539)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,731 miles
    Test number
    879954113179
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked in sidewall.

  18. Pass46,192 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,192 miles
    Test number
    915559302113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,457 miles
    Test number
    869636911146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,457 miles (+474)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,457 miles
    Test number
    517696511148
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass44,983 miles (+594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,983 miles
    Test number
    934371940062
    • NoteOffside rear outer tyre sidewall has cuts close to rim edge,these are not showing cords yet

  22. Pass44,389 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    44,389 miles
    Test number
    274824049022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,290 miles (+1,213)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,290 miles
    Test number
    923145439015
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass43,077 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,077 miles
    Test number
    451042138086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,234 miles (+7,255)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,234 miles
    Test number
    674717737030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,979 miles (+918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,979 miles
    Test number
    354890456442
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass31,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,061 miles
    Test number
    584221506209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V39 FSX

Does V39 FSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V39 FSX is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V39 FSX?
The MOT on V39 FSX is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V39 FSX done?
V39 FSX was recorded at 60,777 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 1,487 miles a year.
Has V39 FSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V39 FSX has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V39 FSX 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 V39 FSX find?
V39 FSX passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: front subframe has corosion; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 6 more.

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