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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

X16 MSGMOT history

X16 MSG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 142,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

X16 MSG black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,326 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 MSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 MSG was last recorded at 142,326 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 6,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
135,354 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,972 miles
Average per year
9,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,326 miles
  • 2025 – 135,354 miles
  • 2024 – 129,114 miles
  • 2022 – 113,716 miles
  • 2021 – 103,164 miles
  • 2020 – 90,519 miles
  • 2019 – 80,963 miles
  • 2018 – 68,846 miles
  • 2017 – 67,374 miles
  • 2016 – 59,711 miles
  • 2015 – 36,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,326 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,326 miles (+6,972)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,326 miles
    Test number
    266227963171
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass135,354 miles (+6,240)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,354 miles
    Test number
    130372858650
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,114 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,114 miles
    Test number
    547327139188
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside under tray damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail129,109 miles (+15,393)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,109 miles
    Test number
    734047349803
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside under tray damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass113,716 miles (+10,552)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,716 miles
    Test number
    215287191077
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray damaged

  6. Pass103,164 miles (+12,645)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,164 miles
    Test number
    599721553185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body not fully secure floor (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,519 miles (+9,556)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    90,519 miles
    Test number
    855212800209
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Floor not fully secure damaged (6.2.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass80,963 miles (+12,117)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,963 miles
    Test number
    774428336996
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass68,846 miles (+1,472)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,846 miles
    Test number
    270532140130
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,374 miles (+7,663)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,374 miles
    Test number
    370975845529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,711 miles (+23,059)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,711 miles
    Test number
    903412948158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,652 miles
    Test number
    695634645215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X16 MSG

Does X16 MSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 MSG is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 MSG?
The MOT on X16 MSG is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 MSG done?
X16 MSG was recorded at 142,326 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 9,935 miles a year.
Has X16 MSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 MSG has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on X16 MSG 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 X16 MSG find?
X16 MSG passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 8 more.

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