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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

V704 AFCMOT history

V704 AFC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2022.

V704 AFC silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2023
Mileage
81,274 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V704 AFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V704 AFC was last recorded at 81,274 miles on 20 Jul 2022, 7,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,570 miles · 29 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
7,704 miles
Average per year
3,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,274 miles
  • 2021 – 73,570 miles
  • 2019 – 73,557 miles
  • 2018 – 73,370 miles
  • 2017 – 71,999 miles
  • 2016 – 71,625 miles
  • 2015 – 70,671 miles
  • 2014 – 68,277 miles
  • 2013 – 65,810 miles
  • 2012 – 63,508 miles
  • 2011 – 61,912 miles
  • 2010 – 60,015 miles
  • 2009 – 57,202 miles
  • 2008 – 54,801 miles
  • 2007 – 47,060 miles
  • 2006 – 36,830 miles
  • 2005 – 28,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,274 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,274 miles (+7,704)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,274 miles
    Test number
    490858475206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,570 miles
    Test number
    927596768061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,570 miles (+13)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,570 miles
    Test number
    366006803619
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (a))

  4. Pass73,557 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,557 miles
    Test number
    232905064423
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail73,557 miles (+187)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,557 miles
    Test number
    826853281377
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,370 miles (+1,371)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,370 miles
    Test number
    388358110289
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Fading (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass71,999 miles (+374)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,999 miles
    Test number
    910828507918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking around sidewall

  8. Pass71,625 miles (+954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,625 miles
    Test number
    580341883851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass70,671 miles (+2,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,671 miles
    Test number
    397735975878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass68,277 miles (+2,467)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,277 miles
    Test number
    709147084251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish

  11. Pass65,810 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,810 miles
    Test number
    706818983277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,508 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,508 miles
    Test number
    395049982223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,912 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,912 miles
    Test number
    139184881250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,015 miles (+2,813)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,015 miles
    Test number
    462448270247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,202 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,202 miles
    Test number
    334685589210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,801 miles (+7,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    54,801 miles
    Test number
    811067388231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass47,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,060 miles
    Test number
    270399287256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,060 miles (+10,230)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,060 miles
    Test number
    370569387297
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass36,830 miles (+8,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    132750096296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass28,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    28,189 miles
    Test number
    543591795279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V704 AFC

Does V704 AFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V704 AFC expired on 19 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V704 AFC?
The MOT on V704 AFC expired on 19 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V704 AFC done?
V704 AFC was recorded at 81,274 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2022, an average of 3,169 miles a year.
Has V704 AFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V704 AFC has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on V704 AFC 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 V704 AFC find?
V704 AFC passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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