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Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,996 cc

V649 GNAMOT history

V649 GNA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2023.

V649 GNA black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2024
Mileage
129,329 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V649 GNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V649 GNA was last recorded at 129,329 miles on 17 Jan 2023, 1,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,082 miles · 30 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,247 miles
Average per year
4,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,329 miles
  • 2021 – 128,082 miles
  • 2020 – 128,035 miles
  • 2019 – 122,958 miles
  • 2018 – 118,442 miles
  • 2017 – 115,873 miles
  • 2016 – 114,370 miles
  • 2015 – 112,619 miles
  • 2014 – 107,030 miles
  • 2013 – 99,805 miles
  • 2012 – 93,682 miles
  • 2011 – 87,847 miles
  • 2010 – 80,802 miles
  • 2009 – 73,335 miles
  • 2008 – 69,506 miles
  • 2007 – 61,720 miles
  • 2006 – 50,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,329 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBody corrosion
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light clusterRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,329 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,329 miles
    Test number
    501106897346
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  2. Fail129,329 miles (+1,247)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,329 miles
    Test number
    650605902090
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  3. Pass128,082 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    324425441843
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  4. Fail128,082 miles (+47)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,082 miles
    Test number
    615774412894
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing missing one on each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  5. Pass128,035 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,035 miles
    Test number
    471928432851
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  6. Fail128,035 miles (+5,077)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,035 miles
    Test number
    220589834399
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear crack in light cluster
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  7. Pass122,958 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,958 miles
    Test number
    553156150793
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  8. Fail122,958 miles (+4,516)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,958 miles
    Test number
    402462230856
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  9. Pass118,442 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    101866988366
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail118,442 miles (+2,569)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,442 miles
    Test number
    301753548024
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass115,873 miles (+1,503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    266150900515
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components

  12. Pass114,370 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,370 miles
    Test number
    686750407652
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components Play in inner steering joints

  13. Fail114,370 miles (+1,751)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,370 miles
    Test number
    711091082700
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Halfshaft nut loose (4.2.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components Play in inner steering joints

  14. Pass112,619 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    179194415108
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail112,619 miles (+5,589)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    979734515121
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass107,030 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,030 miles
    Test number
    165024014162
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail107,030 miles (+7,225)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,030 miles
    Test number
    659754114176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail99,805 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,805 miles
    Test number
    137078503136
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass99,805 miles (+6,123)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,805 miles
    Test number
    626918403164
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass93,682 miles (+5,835)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    93,682 miles
    Test number
    127390812177
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass87,847 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,847 miles
    Test number
    629911711162
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteDent in osr panel

  22. Fail87,847 miles (+7,045)5 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,847 miles
    Test number
    415431311177
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteDent in osr panel

  23. Pass80,802 miles (+7,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    80,802 miles
    Test number
    343049180082
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass73,335 miles (+3,829)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,335 miles
    Test number
    201057319123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,506 miles (+7,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,506 miles
    Test number
    461826958111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass61,720 miles (+10,743)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    61,720 miles
    Test number
    620317457122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,977 miles
    Test number
    272695396063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V649 GNA

Does V649 GNA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V649 GNA expired on 16 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V649 GNA?
The MOT on V649 GNA expired on 16 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V649 GNA done?
V649 GNA was recorded at 129,329 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2023, an average of 4,668 miles a year.
Has V649 GNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V649 GNA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V649 GNA 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 V649 GNA find?
V649 GNA passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2023 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; body corrosion, and 8 more.

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