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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,597 cc

X743 FMJMOT history

X743 FMJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

X743 FMJ silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2023
Mileage
156,326 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X743 FMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X743 FMJ was last recorded at 156,326 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 4,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Sept 2013: 114,012 miles, lower than 114,032 miles on 19 Sept 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,245 miles · 29 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,081 miles
Average per year
5,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,326 miles
  • 2021 – 152,245 miles
  • 2020 – 149,925 miles
  • 2019 – 147,644 miles
  • 2018 – 141,251 miles
  • 2017 – 137,067 miles
  • 2016 – 129,992 miles
  • 2015 – 123,930 miles
  • 2014 – 119,005 miles
  • 2013 – 114,012 miles
  • 2012 – 108,524 miles
  • 2011 – 103,957 miles
  • 2010 – 96,930 miles
  • 2009 – 90,848 miles
  • 2008 – 82,725 miles
  • 2007 – 75,546 miles
  • 2006 – 63,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,326 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Temporary fuel cap fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,326 miles (+4,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    156,326 miles
    Test number
    341688809706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass152,245 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    152,245 miles
    Test number
    671766594052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,925 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    149,925 miles
    Test number
    651032055676
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail149,925 miles (+2,281)2 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,925 miles
    Test number
    529277662480
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,644 miles
    Test number
    281868733831
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail147,643 miles (+6,392)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,643 miles
    Test number
    377714730557
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass141,251 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    141,251 miles
    Test number
    709699980214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail141,250 miles (+4,183)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,250 miles
    Test number
    642419393535
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass137,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,067 miles
    Test number
    955869543974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,067 miles (+7,075)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,067 miles
    Test number
    340536820562
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass129,992 miles (+6,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    129,992 miles
    Test number
    838733939782
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass123,930 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    123,930 miles
    Test number
    329784500413
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail123,921 miles (+4,916)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,921 miles
    Test number
    465779068770
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass119,005 miles (+4,993)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    119,005 miles
    Test number
    806111064238
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Pass114,012 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,012 miles
    Test number
    878123963209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,032 miles (+5,508)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,032 miles
    Test number
    396792063249
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass108,524 miles (+4,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    108,524 miles
    Test number
    308241852287
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass103,957 miles (+7,027)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,957 miles
    Test number
    647225951225
    • NoteFront disc slightly worn
    • NoteRear disc worn advise change

  19. Pass96,930 miles (+6,082)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,930 miles
    Test number
    573946080295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear disc slightly worn

  20. Fail90,848 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    250303609389
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Pass90,848 miles (+8,123)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    262753309315
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass82,725 miles (+7,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    393904188269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass75,546 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,546 miles
    Test number
    133654407351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,798 miles (+9,247)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,798 miles
    Test number
    760682327180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    63,551 miles
    Test number
    553113126131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X743 FMJ

Does X743 FMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X743 FMJ expired on 10 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X743 FMJ?
The MOT on X743 FMJ expired on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X743 FMJ done?
X743 FMJ was recorded at 156,326 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 5,653 miles a year.
Has X743 FMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X743 FMJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on X743 FMJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X743 FMJ find?
X743 FMJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring worn; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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