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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,950 cc

V40 ERNMOT history

V40 ERN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 26 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 53,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

V40 ERN black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2027
Mileage
53,501 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 ERN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 ERN was last recorded at 53,501 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,427 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
5,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,501 miles
  • 2025 – 46,595 miles
  • 2024 – 41,836 miles
  • 2023 – 34,905 miles
  • 2022 – 28,507 miles
  • 2021 – 22,105 miles
  • 2020 – 19,055 miles
  • 2019 – 13,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,501 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

10 tests since 17 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,501 miles (+74)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    53,501 miles
    Test number
    249735064871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail53,427 miles (+6,832)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,427 miles
    Test number
    566424058114
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass46,595 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    46,595 miles
    Test number
    705405678329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,836 miles (+6,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    41,836 miles
    Test number
    639049436202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass34,905 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    34,905 miles
    Test number
    941770666022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass28,507 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    28,507 miles
    Test number
    622240473468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,105 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    22,105 miles
    Test number
    134024678254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail22,098 miles (+3,043)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,098 miles
    Test number
    817589147680
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass19,055 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    19,055 miles
    Test number
    485141258354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    13,778 miles
    Test number
    465720680569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SHOULDER PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER SHOULDER PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about V40 ERN

Does V40 ERN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 ERN is valid until 9 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 ERN?
The MOT on V40 ERN is valid until 9 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 ERN done?
V40 ERN was recorded at 53,501 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 5,654 miles a year.
Has V40 ERN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 ERN has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 ERN 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 ERN find?
V40 ERN passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link arm.

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