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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,950 cc

X26 PALMOT history

X26 PAL is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 107,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

X26 PAL blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
107,131 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X26 PAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X26 PAL was last recorded at 107,131 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 18,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,238 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
18,893 miles
Average per year
11,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,131 miles
  • 2025 – 88,238 miles
  • 2023 – 66,664 miles
  • 2022 – 54,349 miles
  • 2021 – 39,954 miles
  • 2020 – 35,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,131 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and outer edge low (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Control arm the shock mounts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Donut starting to perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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.

  • Emissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

9 tests since 22 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,131 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    107,131 miles
    Test number
    862815718871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and outer edge low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Control arm the shock mounts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Donut starting to perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  2. Fail107,131 miles (+18,893)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,131 miles
    Test number
    615754392303
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre on 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and outer edge low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Control arm the shock mounts to (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Donut starting to perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  3. Pass88,238 miles (+21,574)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,238 miles
    Test number
    979758798456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,664 miles (+12,315)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    66,664 miles
    Test number
    456763922075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (2020 tyre) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing (2020 tyre) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass54,349 miles (+14,395)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    54,349 miles
    Test number
    249196308778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo Blip Detected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass39,954 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,954 miles
    Test number
    687313040242
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading
  7. Fail39,950 miles (+4,800)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,950 miles
    Test number
    692783966985
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and passed but DSM unable to register low reading
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass35,150 miles (+143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,150 miles
    Test number
    806881810307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Fail35,007 miles2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,007 miles
    Test number
    171231961724
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X26 PAL

Does X26 PAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X26 PAL is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X26 PAL?
The MOT on X26 PAL is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X26 PAL done?
X26 PAL was recorded at 107,131 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 11,947 miles a year.
Has X26 PAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X26 PAL has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X26 PAL 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 X26 PAL find?
X26 PAL passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm and outer edge low; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play control arm the shock mounts to; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing low, and 3 more.

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