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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,685 cc

V5 HFDMOT history

V5 HFD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 7 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

V5 HFD black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
141,822 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 HFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 HFD was last recorded at 141,822 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 1,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,052 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,770 miles
Average per year
6,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,822 miles
  • 2025 – 140,052 miles
  • 2024 – 138,945 miles
  • 2023 – 138,558 miles
  • 2022 – 133,440 miles
  • 2021 – 129,118 miles
  • 2020 – 125,655 miles
  • 2019 – 119,239 miles
  • 2018 – 111,979 miles
  • 2017 – 105,022 miles
  • 2016 – 102,830 miles
  • 2015 – 98,397 miles
  • 2014 – 88,656 miles
  • 2013 – 79,535 miles
  • 2012 – 66,490 miles
  • 2011 – 56,179 miles
  • 2010 – 45,790 miles
  • 2009 – 36,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,822 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Body sill corroded near jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Under vehicle,engine and outer sill covers fitted restricting full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,822 miles (+1,770)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    141,822 miles
    Test number
    126594863527
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass140,052 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,052 miles
    Test number
    234455440494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body sill corroded near jacking point
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle,engine and outer sill covers fitted restricting full inspection

  3. Fail140,026 miles (+1,081)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,026 miles
    Test number
    861929854772
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front suspension arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body sill corroded near jacking point
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle,engine and outer sill covers fitted restricting full inspection

  4. Pass138,945 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    138,945 miles
    Test number
    280246667519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,558 miles (+5,118)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    138,558 miles
    Test number
    901933937646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,440 miles (+4,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,440 miles
    Test number
    651484543228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,118 miles (+3,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    129,118 miles
    Test number
    699453342320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass125,655 miles (+6,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    125,655 miles
    Test number
    773754464982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,239 miles (+7,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,239 miles
    Test number
    816644360420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre outer edge

  10. Pass111,979 miles (+6,957)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,979 miles
    Test number
    209935540470
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front & rear arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass105,022 miles (+2,192)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,022 miles
    Test number
    979958932201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,830 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,830 miles
    Test number
    563697444181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,397 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,397 miles
    Test number
    389760045150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear prop cushion spliting

  14. Fail98,397 miles (+9,741)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,397 miles
    Test number
    207200545175
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear prop cushion spliting

  15. Pass88,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,656 miles
    Test number
    816474234199
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail88,655 miles (+9,120)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    926004434107
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass79,535 miles (+13,045)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,535 miles
    Test number
    155293033184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,490 miles (+10,311)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,490 miles
    Test number
    285016232159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,179 miles
    Test number
    265423141460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,179 miles (+10,389)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,179 miles
    Test number
    635573141186
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  21. Pass45,790 miles (+9,309)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,790 miles
    Test number
    210392470187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,481 miles
    Test number
    194303679143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 HFD

Does V5 HFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 HFD is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 HFD?
The MOT on V5 HFD is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 HFD done?
V5 HFD was recorded at 141,822 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 6,077 miles a year.
Has V5 HFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 HFD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 HFD 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 V5 HFD find?
V5 HFD passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 2 more.

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