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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

X13 TESMOT history

X13 TES is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 104,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

X13 TES silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
104,384 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X13 TES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X13 TES was last recorded at 104,384 miles on 6 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,384 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,384 miles
  • 2025 – 97,938 miles
  • 2023 – 93,703 miles
  • 2022 – 90,266 miles
  • 2021 – 85,065 miles
  • 2020 – 77,950 miles
  • 2019 – 70,479 miles
  • 2018 – 66,655 miles
  • 2017 – 63,412 miles
  • 2016 – 58,008 miles
  • 2015 – 51,936 miles
  • 2014 – 49,325 miles
  • 2013 – 48,048 miles
  • 2012 – 47,208 miles
  • 2011 – 43,088 miles
  • 2010 – 40,418 miles
  • 2009 – 38,050 miles
  • 2008 – 35,963 miles
  • 2007 – 33,693 miles
  • 2006 – 28,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,384 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,384 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    104,384 miles
    Test number
    126261238515
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,384 miles (+6,446)6 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,384 miles
    Test number
    758928512304
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear ball joint, pressed into hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,938 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    355936727542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail97,938 miles (+4,235)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    206959626500
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass93,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,703 miles
    Test number
    917679070851
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail93,703 miles (+3,437)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,703 miles
    Test number
    889724082833
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,266 miles
    Test number
    143955923522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,266 miles (+5,201)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,266 miles
    Test number
    333417989182
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass85,065 miles (+7,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,065 miles
    Test number
    849662895483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tear in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass77,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,950 miles
    Test number
    313522095255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective nearside and offside (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail77,950 miles (+7,471)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,950 miles
    Test number
    443224478875
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective nearside and offside (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met,system requires adjustment or repair

  12. Pass70,479 miles (+3,824)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,479 miles
    Test number
    944350487529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass66,655 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,655 miles
    Test number
    157024534386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail66,654 miles (+3,242)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    138017333629
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer mirror deteriorated

  15. Pass63,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    172060843553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail63,412 miles (+5,404)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    273944694716
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass58,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    784007318084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,008 miles (+6,072)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    537477051120
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass51,936 miles (+2,611)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    357979015460
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass49,325 miles (+1,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,325 miles
    Test number
    665300634218
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass48,048 miles (+840)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    48,048 miles
    Test number
    928683033215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin.

  22. Pass47,208 miles (+4,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,208 miles
    Test number
    228145782162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass43,088 miles (+2,670)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,088 miles
    Test number
    289516991468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc pitted
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted

  24. Pass40,418 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,418 miles
    Test number
    414396660177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,050 miles (+2,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    483085279163
    • 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)

  26. Pass35,963 miles (+2,270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,963 miles
    Test number
    313406508457
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  27. Pass33,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,693 miles
    Test number
    304135217466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,693 miles (+4,849)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,693 miles
    Test number
    321415317225
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass28,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,844 miles
    Test number
    963048006262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X13 TES

Does X13 TES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X13 TES is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X13 TES?
The MOT on X13 TES is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X13 TES done?
X13 TES was recorded at 104,384 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 3,820 miles a year.
Has X13 TES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X13 TES has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X13 TES 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 X13 TES find?
X13 TES passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 7 more.

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