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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

X70 JHCMOT history

X70 JHC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

X70 JHC silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
105,096 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X70 JHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X70 JHC was last recorded at 105,096 miles on 26 May 2026, 552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,544 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
552 miles
Average per year
2,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,096 miles
  • 2025 – 104,544 miles
  • 2024 – 104,089 miles
  • 2023 – 103,224 miles
  • 2022 – 102,717 miles
  • 2016 – 101,233 miles
  • 2015 – 98,922 miles
  • 2014 – 92,378 miles
  • 2013 – 87,001 miles
  • 2012 – 79,196 miles
  • 2011 – 74,728 miles
  • 2009 – 69,975 miles
  • 2008 – 67,102 miles
  • 2007 – 65,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,096 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively ALL (1.2.1 (f))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,096 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,096 miles
    Test number
    997566739065
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively ALL (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail105,089 miles (+545)2 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,089 miles
    Test number
    150510678092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,544 miles (+455)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,544 miles
    Test number
    586128144171
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass104,089 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,089 miles
    Test number
    320849922313
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface rust

  5. Fail104,088 miles (+864)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,088 miles
    Test number
    649236252984
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface rust

  6. Pass103,224 miles (+507)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    103,224 miles
    Test number
    784499258507
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass102,717 miles (+1,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,717 miles
    Test number
    346355682484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass101,233 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    178189048725
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail101,233 miles (+2,311)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    593295807626
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass98,922 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,922 miles
    Test number
    417330295004
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail98,922 miles (+6,544)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,922 miles
    Test number
    466520095018
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass92,378 miles (+5,377)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,378 miles
    Test number
    106088104404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,001 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,001 miles
    Test number
    476251433005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,196 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,196 miles
    Test number
    748379012005
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail79,196 miles (+4,468)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,196 miles
    Test number
    128267612405
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass74,728 miles (+4,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,728 miles
    Test number
    637696121094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass69,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    403403149314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,975 miles (+2,873)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,975 miles
    Test number
    281103349302
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCondensation in both front dip lamps

  19. Pass67,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    67,102 miles
    Test number
    863516748398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,102 miles (+1,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,102 miles
    Test number
    842176448332
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass65,537 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    65,537 miles
    Test number
    563933737394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLower engine cover fitted

Questions about X70 JHC

Does X70 JHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X70 JHC is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X70 JHC?
The MOT on X70 JHC is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X70 JHC done?
X70 JHC was recorded at 105,096 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,140 miles a year.
Has X70 JHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X70 JHC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X70 JHC 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 X70 JHC find?
X70 JHC passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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