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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 3,222 cc

VR 1929MOT history

VR 1929 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 221,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

VR 1929 black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
221,935 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VR 1929
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VR 1929 was last recorded at 221,935 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 23,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,164 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
23,771 miles
Average per year
10,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,935 miles
  • 2025 – 198,164 miles
  • 2024 – 186,116 miles
  • 2023 – 166,147 miles
  • 2022 – 138,751 miles
  • 2021 – 118,174 miles
  • 2020 – 114,266 miles
  • 2019 – 109,344 miles
  • 2018 – 104,848 miles
  • 2017 – 100,722 miles
  • 2015 – 97,690 miles
  • 2014 – 94,614 miles
  • 2013 – 89,498 miles
  • 2012 – 86,174 miles
  • 2011 – 80,009 miles
  • 2010 – 57,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,935 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,935 miles (+23,771)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    221,935 miles
    Test number
    611161323006
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass198,164 miles (+12,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    198,164 miles
    Test number
    397917595889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass186,116 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    186,116 miles
    Test number
    230778913415
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail186,114 miles (+19,967)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,114 miles
    Test number
    980099482700
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass166,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    166,147 miles
    Test number
    809171481069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail166,147 miles (+27,396)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,147 miles
    Test number
    659369567998
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,751 miles (+20,577)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,751 miles
    Test number
    498071830444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  8. Pass118,174 miles (+3,908)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,174 miles
    Test number
    772529489900
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass114,266 miles (+4,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,266 miles
    Test number
    166277285301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass109,344 miles (+4,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,344 miles
    Test number
    480220325231
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,848 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    104,848 miles
    Test number
    745742660537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,722 miles (+3,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,722 miles
    Test number
    639183170909
    • AdvisoryFront castor bush's started to split
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered in grease not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass97,690 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,690 miles
    Test number
    898366989912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,614 miles (+2,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    537813864360
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass91,712 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,712 miles
    Test number
    419434714065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,498 miles (+3,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    89,498 miles
    Test number
    787424513012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass86,174 miles (+6,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,174 miles
    Test number
    528110312047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass80,009 miles (+14)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    135454321404
    • AdvisoryInner Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED
    • NoteN/S MIRROR INDICATOR LENSE CRACKED

  19. Fail79,995 miles (+22,317)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,995 miles
    Test number
    419817811035
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteN/s mirror indicator lense cracked
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  20. Pass57,678 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,678 miles
    Test number
    171496120414
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront wipers smear and judder
    • NoteN/s door mirror housing cracked
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear wiper smears

Questions about VR 1929

What vehicle is registration VR 1929 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VR 1929 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Apr 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VR 1929 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VR 1929 is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on VR 1929?
The MOT on VR 1929 is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VR 1929 done?
VR 1929 was recorded at 221,935 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 10,284 miles a year.
Has VR 1929 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VR 1929 has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on VR 1929 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 VR 1929 find?
VR 1929 passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective both, and 5 more.

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