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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V681 FPFMOT history

V681 FPF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 191,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

V681 FPF silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2024
Mileage
191,297 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 FPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V681 FPF was last recorded at 191,297 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 7,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,371 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,926 miles
Average per year
7,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 191,297 miles
  • 2022 – 183,371 miles
  • 2018 – 182,872 miles
  • 2017 – 173,470 miles
  • 2016 – 165,795 miles
  • 2015 – 156,707 miles
  • 2014 – 142,971 miles
  • 2013 – 138,025 miles
  • 2012 – 130,963 miles
  • 2011 – 123,002 miles
  • 2010 – 116,231 miles
  • 2009 – 107,923 miles
  • 2008 – 95,344 miles
  • 2007 – 80,171 miles
  • 2006 – 69,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,297 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security door corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arches corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,297 miles (+7,926)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,297 miles
    Test number
    422264754198
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security door corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arches corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass183,371 miles (+499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    183,371 miles
    Test number
    811476314395
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass182,872 miles (+9,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    182,872 miles
    Test number
    124483890986
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Some corrosion in rear sills,not excessive enough to fail (6.3.1d)

  4. Pass173,470 miles (+187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,470 miles
    Test number
    331745413487
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Fail173,283 miles (+7,488)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,283 miles
    Test number
    846444859730
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass165,795 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    165,795 miles
    Test number
    973094432946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail165,794 miles (+9,087)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,794 miles
    Test number
    754232496244
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass156,707 miles (+13,736)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    156,707 miles
    Test number
    139734965472
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Pass142,971 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    142,971 miles
    Test number
    326526374035
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle
    • NoteVehicle becoming rusty in places underneath

  10. Fail142,968 miles (+4,943)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,968 miles
    Test number
    195927064023
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear floor sections corroded through in places.
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle
    • NoteVehicle becoming rusty in places underneath

  11. Pass138,025 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    138,025 miles
    Test number
    258332143166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteVehicle becoming very rusty in places underneath

  12. Fail138,022 miles (+7,059)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,022 miles
    Test number
    296070043498
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle becoming very rusty in places underneath

  13. Pass130,963 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    130,963 miles
    Test number
    118283142123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail130,795 miles (+7,793)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,795 miles
    Test number
    356998712169
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSrs light on

  15. Pass123,002 miles (+6,771)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    123,002 miles
    Test number
    957805641108
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear fuel pipe corroded
    • NoteVehicle getting rusty underneath

  16. Pass116,231 miles (+8,308)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    116,231 miles
    Test number
    200729850494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail107,923 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,923 miles
    Test number
    104318859265
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass107,923 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    107,923 miles
    Test number
    234038059228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    106,936 miles
    Test number
    293272529276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,936 miles (+11,592)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,936 miles
    Test number
    552712129215
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass95,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    263058828215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,344 miles (+15,173)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    680047928280
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass80,171 miles (+10,554)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,171 miles
    Test number
    754263577051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    733099436039
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about V681 FPF

Does V681 FPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V681 FPF expired on 19 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V681 FPF?
The MOT on V681 FPF expired on 19 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V681 FPF done?
V681 FPF was recorded at 191,297 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 7,180 miles a year.
Has V681 FPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 FPF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on V681 FPF 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 V681 FPF find?
V681 FPF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.

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