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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

X12 GATMOT history

X12 GAT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

X12 GAT black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
113,950 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 GAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 GAT was last recorded at 113,950 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 2,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,501 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,449 miles
Average per year
5,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,950 miles
  • 2024 – 111,501 miles
  • 2023 – 108,241 miles
  • 2022 – 105,624 miles
  • 2021 – 100,939 miles
  • 2020 – 91,006 miles
  • 2019 – 90,229 miles
  • 2018 – 86,889 miles
  • 2017 – 82,202 miles
  • 2016 – 79,029 miles
  • 2015 – 73,523 miles
  • 2014 – 64,916 miles
  • 2013 – 59,866 miles
  • 2012 – 54,332 miles
  • 2011 – 48,362 miles
  • 2010 – 40,567 miles
  • 2009 – 31,584 miles
  • 2008 – 28,609 miles
  • 2007 – 22,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,950 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,950 miles (+2,449)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    113,950 miles
    Test number
    280536420064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass111,501 miles (+3,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,501 miles
    Test number
    107321518976
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass108,241 miles (+2,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    108,241 miles
    Test number
    760153497707
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass105,624 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    105,624 miles
    Test number
    461196124972
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail105,603 miles (+4,664)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,603 miles
    Test number
    700946990787
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass100,939 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,939 miles
    Test number
    470282687608
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail100,939 miles (+9,933)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,939 miles
    Test number
    165337644795
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass91,006 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,006 miles
    Test number
    839343852531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,229 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,229 miles
    Test number
    637496141647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,889 miles (+4,687)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    246139412088
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass82,202 miles (+3,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,202 miles
    Test number
    648745675220
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low on legal tread

  12. Pass79,029 miles (+5,506)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,029 miles
    Test number
    239291088725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,523 miles (+8,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,523 miles
    Test number
    156565822538
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryPitting & corrosion to end of offside front brake pipe to hose

  14. Pass64,916 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,916 miles
    Test number
    117907234321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,914 miles (+5,048)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,914 miles
    Test number
    889166334318
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteRear tyres worn close to legal

  16. Fail59,866 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,866 miles
    Test number
    289127133394
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake imbalance
    • NoteSmall split in nearside front (front) track control arm joint gaiter

  17. Pass59,866 miles (+5,534)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,866 miles
    Test number
    847897833362
    • NoteFront brake imbalance
    • NoteSmall split in nearside front (front) track control arm joint gaiter

  18. Pass54,332 miles (+5,970)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    54,332 miles
    Test number
    649862632303
    • NoteOffside & nearside front lower suspension ball joints worn

  19. Pass48,362 miles (+7,795)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,362 miles
    Test number
    609863451390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,567 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    240200350378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,584 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,584 miles
    Test number
    930122549304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,609 miles (+6,218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,609 miles
    Test number
    450761958379
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  23. Pass22,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,391 miles
    Test number
    643743757390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X12 GAT

Does X12 GAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 GAT is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X12 GAT?
The MOT on X12 GAT is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 GAT done?
X12 GAT was recorded at 113,950 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,094 miles a year.
Has X12 GAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 GAT has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X12 GAT 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 X12 GAT find?
X12 GAT passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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