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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

V5 UDOMOT history

V5 UDO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 14 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

V5 UDO black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,812 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 UDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 UDO was last recorded at 85,812 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 3,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,315 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,497 miles
Average per year
4,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,812 miles
  • 2025 – 82,315 miles
  • 2024 – 79,238 miles
  • 2023 – 76,696 miles
  • 2022 – 72,876 miles
  • 2021 – 68,309 miles
  • 2020 – 64,705 miles
  • 2019 – 60,340 miles
  • 2018 – 52,808 miles
  • 2017 – 45,566 miles
  • 2016 – 34,530 miles
  • 2015 – 31,378 miles
  • 2014 – 25,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,812 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arms, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,812 miles (+3,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,812 miles
    Test number
    156514552174
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arms, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass82,315 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    366688180567
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower - front most arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail82,315 miles (+3,077)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    814021031114
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative device has a broken arm so doesn't work (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower - front most arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass79,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,238 miles
    Test number
    735724637622
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail79,238 miles (+2,542)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,238 miles
    Test number
    318679503909
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative sensor arm broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass76,696 miles (+3,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    500781214075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245 40 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass72,876 miles (+4,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,876 miles
    Test number
    785428594990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,309 miles (+3,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,309 miles
    Test number
    987743719058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass64,705 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,705 miles
    Test number
    581435848905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,340 miles (+7,532)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,340 miles
    Test number
    373843821508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,808 miles (+7,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,808 miles
    Test number
    144186259471
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin also discs slightly worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass45,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,566 miles
    Test number
    384820051043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,566 miles (+11,036)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,566 miles
    Test number
    211734145147
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  14. Pass34,530 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,530 miles
    Test number
    810060758029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,378 miles
    Test number
    296871465129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,378 miles (+5,576)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,378 miles
    Test number
    319891365137
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass25,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    717411784118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 UDO

Does V5 UDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 UDO is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 UDO?
The MOT on V5 UDO is valid until 6 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 UDO done?
V5 UDO was recorded at 85,812 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 4,897 miles a year.
Has V5 UDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 UDO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 UDO 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 UDO find?
V5 UDO passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners; coil spring corroded both rear; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most arms, both sides, and 1 more.

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