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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

X454 SKEMOT history

X454 SKE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2022.

X454 SKE silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2023
Mileage
198,608 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X454 SKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X454 SKE was last recorded at 198,608 miles on 10 Sept 2022, 4,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
193,908 miles · 21 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
4,700 miles
Average per year
7,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,608 miles
  • 2021 – 193,908 miles
  • 2020 – 189,025 miles
  • 2019 – 181,971 miles
  • 2018 – 168,894 miles
  • 2017 – 160,055 miles
  • 2016 – 150,278 miles
  • 2015 – 92,527 miles
  • 2014 – 127,099 miles
  • 2013 – 119,784 miles
  • 2012 – 111,428 miles
  • 2011 – 108,496 miles
  • 2010 – 103,112 miles
  • 2009 – 99,522 miles
  • 2008 – 91,727 miles
  • 2007 – 82,227 miles
  • 2006 – 75,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,608 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

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 Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass198,608 miles (+4,700)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    198,608 miles
    Test number
    625908871349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Pass193,908 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    193,908 miles
    Test number
    965258461745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  3. Fail193,903 miles (+4,878)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,903 miles
    Test number
    866153450439
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Pass189,025 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    189,025 miles
    Test number
    279744575059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Fail189,025 miles (+7,054)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,025 miles
    Test number
    807462317831
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass181,971 miles (+13,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    181,971 miles
    Test number
    843482708268
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass168,894 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    168,894 miles
    Test number
    189046917937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail168,894 miles (+8,839)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,894 miles
    Test number
    492136301089
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass160,055 miles (+9,777)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    160,055 miles
    Test number
    156122971963
    • AdvisoryFreeplay inner rack ends but not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass150,278 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    206918912653
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail150,278 miles (+57,751)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    291720497375
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass92,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,527 miles
    Test number
    385406222330
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Fail138,831 miles (+11,732)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,831 miles
    Test number
    535431412185
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass127,099 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    127,099 miles
    Test number
    628698144242
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail127,098 miles (+7,314)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,098 miles
    Test number
    945098444274
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass119,784 miles (+8,356)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,784 miles
    Test number
    217534433251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre kerb damage on the wall
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass111,428 miles (+2,932)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,428 miles
    Test number
    466319142271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear fuel pipe slightly corroded

  18. Pass108,496 miles (+5,384)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    108,496 miles
    Test number
    455532451215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,112 miles (+3,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,112 miles
    Test number
    371647410445
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass99,522 miles (+7,795)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    472176249262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteENGINE COVERS FITTED
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PIPES ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED (GREASED)
    • NoteSILL COVERS FITTED

  21. Fail91,727 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,727 miles
    Test number
    371682538265
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass91,727 miles (+9,500)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    91,727 miles
    Test number
    880332938219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    163254437296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail82,227 miles (+6,985)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    634634037213
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass75,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    75,242 miles
    Test number
    260486436265
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X454 SKE

Does X454 SKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X454 SKE expired on 9 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X454 SKE?
The MOT on X454 SKE expired on 9 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X454 SKE done?
X454 SKE was recorded at 198,608 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2022, an average of 7,688 miles a year.
Has X454 SKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X454 SKE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X454 SKE 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 X454 SKE find?
X454 SKE passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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