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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V78 SAEMOT history

V78 SAE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 60,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

V78 SAE silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,929 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 SAE
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
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 SAE was last recorded at 60,929 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,929 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,929 miles
  • 2025 – 55,440 miles
  • 2024 – 50,673 miles
  • 2023 – 47,204 miles
  • 2022 – 46,220 miles
  • 2020 – 45,716 miles
  • 2019 – 43,377 miles
  • 2018 – 38,336 miles
  • 2017 – 34,239 miles
  • 2016 – 30,593 miles
  • 2015 – 24,690 miles
  • 2014 – 23,175 miles
  • 2013 – 21,919 miles
  • 2012 – 20,427 miles
  • 2011 – 19,408 miles
  • 2009 – 16,514 miles
  • 2008 – 15,029 miles
  • 2007 – 14,255 miles
  • 2006 – 13,893 miles
  • 2005 – 12,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,929 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.

  • General suspension corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

35 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    656388152392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail60,929 miles (+24)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    629890725321
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Fail60,905 miles (+5,465)8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,905 miles
    Test number
    426929593683
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested both head lamps insecure (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top rear of inner wing within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside front chassis leg coroded where it joins body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corosion on all suspension arms, springs , anti roll bars

  4. Pass55,440 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    55,440 miles
    Test number
    765199379301
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch badly corroded and holed but not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch badly corroded and holed but not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  5. Fail55,439 miles (+4,766)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,439 miles
    Test number
    872294375526
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch badly corroded and holed but not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch badly corroded and holed but not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  6. Pass50,673 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,673 miles
    Test number
    309706066472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  7. Fail50,672 miles (+3,468)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,672 miles
    Test number
    542941462269
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion

  8. Pass47,204 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    47,204 miles
    Test number
    826302990982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust baffle rattle
    • AdvisoryUndertrays obscuring some components

  9. Fail47,200 miles (+980)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,200 miles
    Test number
    284046350194
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust baffle rattle
    • AdvisoryUndertrays obscuring some components

  10. Pass46,220 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    46,220 miles
    Test number
    572369853554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,217 miles (+501)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,217 miles
    Test number
    835980443622
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass45,716 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,716 miles
    Test number
    213283071531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,713 miles (+2,336)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,713 miles
    Test number
    355435191866
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass43,377 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,377 miles
    Test number
    185203620445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail43,364 miles (+5,028)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,364 miles
    Test number
    276212861944
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass38,336 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,336 miles
    Test number
    796688877020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded

  17. Fail38,336 miles (+4,097)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,336 miles
    Test number
    259806990211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers corroded

  18. Pass34,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,239 miles
    Test number
    944899320303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,239 miles (+3,646)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,239 miles
    Test number
    771862125135
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass30,593 miles (+5,903)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,593 miles
    Test number
    678431562011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,690 miles
    Test number
    918154785008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,690 miles (+1,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,690 miles
    Test number
    457783985066
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass23,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,175 miles
    Test number
    509025284049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,175 miles (+1,256)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,175 miles
    Test number
    705635184076
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass21,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    21,919 miles
    Test number
    899790663001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,919 miles (+1,492)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,919 miles
    Test number
    319220563054
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass20,427 miles (+1,019)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    20,427 miles
    Test number
    308268512025
    • NoteNEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR SLIGHTLY LOOSE AT PIVOT
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE 2MM

  28. Pass19,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    19,408 miles
    Test number
    816330121038
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail19,408 miles (+2,894)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,408 miles
    Test number
    865580321048
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testObligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass16,514 miles (+1,485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    16,514 miles
    Test number
    941640539317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass15,029 miles (+11)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    15,029 miles
    Test number
    863089238302
    • DangerousOFFSIDE REAR TYRE ON LIMIT
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Fail15,018 miles (+763)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,018 miles
    Test number
    131331438359
    • DangerousOFFSIDE REAR TYRE ON LIMIT
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass14,255 miles (+362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,255 miles
    Test number
    701637917373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass13,893 miles (+1,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,893 miles
    Test number
    433980716429
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass12,813 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    12,813 miles
    Test number
    400054405424
    • NoteNon obligatory lamp insecure/defective

Questions about V78 SAE

Does V78 SAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V78 SAE is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V78 SAE?
The MOT on V78 SAE is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V78 SAE done?
V78 SAE was recorded at 60,929 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,348 miles a year.
Has V78 SAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 SAE has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V78 SAE 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 V78 SAE find?
V78 SAE passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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