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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 3,498 cc

V6 FPSMOT history

V6 FPS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 157,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

V6 FPS silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
157,004 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 FPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 FPS was last recorded at 157,004 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 10,139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,865 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,139 miles
Average per year
10,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,004 miles
  • 2025 – 146,865 miles
  • 2024 – 133,990 miles
  • 2023 – 122,901 miles
  • 2022 – 115,079 miles
  • 2021 – 111,150 miles
  • 2020 – 102,269 miles
  • 2019 – 97,230 miles
  • 2018 – 92,483 miles
  • 2017 – 86,364 miles
  • 2016 – 78,763 miles
  • 2015 – 73,502 miles
  • 2014 – 56,081 miles
  • 2013 – 40,251 miles
  • 2012 – 24,267 miles
  • 2011 – 6,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,004 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Front lower power steering pipes slightly corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Gear box sump slightly corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Rear Left number plate bulb inop on dash. Bulb IS working.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,004 miles (+10,139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    157,004 miles
    Test number
    252157367437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass146,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,865 miles
    Test number
    357120123569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail146,865 miles (+12,875)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,865 miles
    Test number
    915592375750
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass133,990 miles (+11,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,990 miles
    Test number
    270907316795
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner rack joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint marked white has movement in it when the vehicle is jacked up under the arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding slightly (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass122,901 miles (+7,822)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,901 miles
    Test number
    596590097545
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,079 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,079 miles
    Test number
    668338192378
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Front lower power steering pipes slightly corroded. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear box sump slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Left number plate bulb inop on dash. Bulb IS working.

  7. Fail115,077 miles (+3,927)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,077 miles
    Test number
    373095762068
    • DangerousRear Suspension system inoperative Rear suspension not rising. (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested Unable to test head lamp aim due to air suspension fault, not allowing vehicle to sit level. (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Both rear exhaust mountings have corroded and snapped. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Front lower power steering pipes slightly corroded. (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear box sump slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in steering rack inner joint.
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Left number plate bulb inop on dash. Bulb IS working.

  8. Pass111,150 miles (+8,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,150 miles
    Test number
    819763843320
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass102,269 miles (+5,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,269 miles
    Test number
    984713219417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Track rod inner joint has slight play.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Large thorn has punctured tyre on inner sidewall. Not loosing pressure at the time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Track rod inner joint has slight play.

  10. Pass97,230 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,230 miles
    Test number
    884184401918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail97,229 miles (+4,746)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,229 miles
    Test number
    986260111822
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass92,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,483 miles
    Test number
    329055257213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,483 miles (+6,119)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,483 miles
    Test number
    750415583310
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass86,364 miles (+7,601)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,364 miles
    Test number
    940896785051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal creeps

  15. Pass78,763 miles (+5,261)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,763 miles
    Test number
    945594376011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,502 miles (+17,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,502 miles
    Test number
    466458555066
    • NoteSmall stone chips in front screen

  17. Pass56,081 miles (+15,830)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,081 miles
    Test number
    119000054493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,251 miles (+15,984)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,251 miles
    Test number
    167999173484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,267 miles (+17,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,267 miles
    Test number
    697400182036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass6,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    6,928 miles
    Test number
    567480791067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 FPS

Does V6 FPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 FPS is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 FPS?
The MOT on V6 FPS is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 FPS done?
V6 FPS was recorded at 157,004 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 10,119 miles a year.
Has V6 FPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 FPS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 FPS 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 V6 FPS find?
V6 FPS passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge of tread.

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