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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

V87 DGHMOT history

V87 DGH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V87 DGH blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,067 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V87 DGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V87 DGH was last recorded at 101,067 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jun 2008: 29,544 miles, lower than 964,090 miles on 7 Jun 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,879 miles · 7 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
188 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,067 miles
  • 2025 – 85,240 miles
  • 2024 – 75,547 miles
  • 2023 – 68,131 miles
  • 2022 – 66,472 miles
  • 2021 – 63,895 miles
  • 2020 – 63,722 miles
  • 2019 – 63,369 miles
  • 2018 – 62,666 miles
  • 2017 – 62,221 miles
  • 2016 – 61,028 miles
  • 2014 – 54,698 miles
  • 2013 – 51,236 miles
  • 2012 – 48,039 miles
  • 2011 – 44,146 miles
  • 2010 – 39,159 miles
  • 2009 – 34,495 miles
  • 2008 – 29,544 miles
  • 2007 – 964,090 miles
  • 2006 – 22,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,067 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive & Rear diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower undertrays & sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Advise , fuel filler cap seal is perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Advise fuel filler cap seal perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Advise nails in both front tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,067 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,067 miles
    Test number
    378512048855
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive & Rear diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower undertrays & sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  2. Fail101,067 miles (+188)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,067 miles
    Test number
    343341100098
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive & Rear diff leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower undertrays & sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  3. Fail100,879 miles (+15,639)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,879 miles
    Test number
    719393270153
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,240 miles (+9,693)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    781343268703
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass75,547 miles (+7,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,547 miles
    Test number
    676436111159
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,131 miles
    Test number
    255831344250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,131 miles (+1,659)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,131 miles
    Test number
    297689431403
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass66,472 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,472 miles
    Test number
    340531627515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,895 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,895 miles
    Test number
    413742466197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,722 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,722 miles
    Test number
    101308271117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,369 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,369 miles
    Test number
    987340889385
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise , fuel filler cap seal is perishing

  12. Fail63,369 miles (+703)4 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,369 miles
    Test number
    414850169046
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAdvise , fuel filler cap seal is perishing

  13. Pass62,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,666 miles
    Test number
    540567386028
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel filler cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryAdvise nails in both front tyres

  14. Fail62,666 miles (+445)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,666 miles
    Test number
    294885088527
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAdvise 1x off side rear tail lamp not working
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel filler cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryAdvise nails in both front tyres

  15. Pass62,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,221 miles
    Test number
    330297279556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,221 miles (+1,193)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,221 miles
    Test number
    571017410277
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass61,028 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,028 miles
    Test number
    413996523189
    • AdvisoryBoth front disc is heavily lipped
    • AdvisoryBoth front pads are 95% worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear disc is heavily lipped
    • AdvisoryGearbox area oily
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer not working

  18. Fail61,027 miles (+6,329)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,027 miles
    Test number
    719427094900
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front disc is heavily lipped
    • AdvisoryBoth front pads are 95% worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear disc is heavily lipped
    • AdvisoryGearbox area oily
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer not working

  19. Pass54,698 miles (+3,462)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,698 miles
    Test number
    877621374148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild sead in o/s/r unable to test belt
    • NoteG/box sump leaking
    • NoteN/s wing mirror loose and folding in easily
    • NoteRear diff output shafts leaking

  20. Pass51,236 miles (+3,197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,236 miles
    Test number
    777140083113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass48,039 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    48,039 miles
    Test number
    396599592148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    138078101247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,146 miles (+4,987)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    365298201244
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass39,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    944711230267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail39,159 miles (+4,664)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,159 miles
    Test number
    571729320299
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass34,495 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,495 miles
    Test number
    120606039203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,544 miles (-934,546)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,544 miles
    Test number
    532174168124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass964,090 miles (+941,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    964,090 miles
    Test number
    371188957159
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass22,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,527 miles
    Test number
    182566866471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V87 DGH

Does V87 DGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V87 DGH is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V87 DGH?
The MOT on V87 DGH is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V87 DGH done?
V87 DGH was recorded at 101,067 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has V87 DGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V87 DGH has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V87 DGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V87 DGH find?
V87 DGH passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides; front lower oil leak, but not excessive & rear diff leak, and 7 more.

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