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White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

V40 DLBMOT history

V40 DLB is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 86,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

V40 DLB white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,100 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 DLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 DLB was last recorded at 86,100 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 9,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,296 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,804 miles
Average per year
7,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,100 miles
  • 2024 – 76,296 miles
  • 2023 – 69,733 miles
  • 2021 – 54,834 miles
  • 2020 – 49,700 miles
  • 2019 – 41,081 miles
  • 2018 – 31,550 miles
  • 2017 – 29,288 miles
  • 2016 – 20,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,100 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,100 miles (+9,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,100 miles
    Test number
    391058338622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,296 miles (+6,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,296 miles
    Test number
    508529142095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    709109180753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,733 miles (+6,872)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    263502630447
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass62,861 miles (+8,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,861 miles
    Test number
    226173870561
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,834 miles (+5,134)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    448736805573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,700 miles (+8,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,700 miles
    Test number
    170692659096
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges and nearsidehas slight wall damage

  8. Pass41,081 miles (+9,531)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,081 miles
    Test number
    515112864065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    31,550 miles
    Test number
    431018425060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,550 miles (+2,262)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,550 miles
    Test number
    646564632567
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass29,288 miles (+8,448)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    29,288 miles
    Test number
    362397886857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    20,840 miles
    Test number
    280592043470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 DLB

Does V40 DLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 DLB is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 DLB?
The MOT on V40 DLB is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 DLB done?
V40 DLB was recorded at 86,100 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 7,040 miles a year.
Has V40 DLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 DLB has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V40 DLB 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 V40 DLB find?
V40 DLB passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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