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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 3,222 cc

X231 GGCMOT history

X231 GGC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

X231 GGC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,265 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X231 GGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X231 GGC was last recorded at 143,265 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,264 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,265 miles
  • 2025 – 136,317 miles
  • 2024 – 135,897 miles
  • 2023 – 135,291 miles
  • 2022 – 134,646 miles
  • 2021 – 131,185 miles
  • 2020 – 128,839 miles
  • 2019 – 125,526 miles
  • 2018 – 120,285 miles
  • 2017 – 115,166 miles
  • 2016 – 108,896 miles
  • 2015 – 100,702 miles
  • 2014 – 95,473 miles
  • 2013 – 85,993 miles
  • 2012 – 77,918 miles
  • 2011 – 70,976 miles
  • 2010 – 63,463 miles
  • 2009 – 55,255 miles
  • 2008 – 49,720 miles
  • 2007 – 43,705 miles
  • 2006 – 34,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,265 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under trays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,265 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,265 miles
    Test number
    324171744410
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,264 miles (+6,947)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,264 miles
    Test number
    962949353275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,317 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,317 miles
    Test number
    916633492298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,897 miles
    Test number
    461474389079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

  5. Fail135,897 miles (+606)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,897 miles
    Test number
    675170276072
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

  6. Pass135,291 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,291 miles
    Test number
    185571028797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,646 miles (+3,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    134,646 miles
    Test number
    140685373070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass131,185 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    131,185 miles
    Test number
    526804654662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,839 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    128,839 miles
    Test number
    763058397811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,526 miles (+5,241)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    125,526 miles
    Test number
    870395139397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,285 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,285 miles
    Test number
    498169202366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,166 miles (+6,270)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,166 miles
    Test number
    531979972040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,896 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,896 miles
    Test number
    979042584460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,702 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,702 miles
    Test number
    945347695130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,473 miles (+9,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,473 miles
    Test number
    327774104232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass85,993 miles (+8,075)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,993 miles
    Test number
    469246503254
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut to outer sidewall but not to ply or cords

  17. Pass77,918 miles (+6,942)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,918 miles
    Test number
    838557202268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,976 miles (+7,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,976 miles
    Test number
    128504291138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass63,463 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,463 miles
    Test number
    803816790181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,647 miles (+5,392)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,647 miles
    Test number
    773338950009
    • NoteScrew in N/S/R tyre

  21. Pass55,255 miles (+5,535)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,255 miles
    Test number
    822046879011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,720 miles (+6,015)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,720 miles
    Test number
    861588988049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,705 miles (+9,273)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,705 miles
    Test number
    791534497094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,432 miles
    Test number
    531015376098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X231 GGC

Does X231 GGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X231 GGC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X231 GGC?
The MOT on X231 GGC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X231 GGC done?
X231 GGC was recorded at 143,265 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,429 miles a year.
Has X231 GGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X231 GGC has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X231 GGC 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 X231 GGC find?
X231 GGC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 7 more.

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