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Mercedes-Benz E

White · Diesel · 2000 · 2,151 cc

X783 BBYMOT history

X783 BBY is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 206,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

X783 BBY white Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2024
Mileage
206,187 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X783 BBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X783 BBY was last recorded at 206,187 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 14,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2007: 71,807 miles, lower than 90,571 miles on 8 Jul 2006.
  • 2 Oct 2013: 134,144 miles, lower than 204,896 miles on 10 Sept 2012.

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
191,992 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
14,195 miles
Average per year
6,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 206,187 miles
  • 2021 – 191,992 miles
  • 2020 – 178,455 miles
  • 2019 – 165,008 miles
  • 2018 – 153,759 miles
  • 2017 – 147,820 miles
  • 2016 – 141,966 miles
  • 2015 – 138,611 miles
  • 2014 – 136,696 miles
  • 2013 – 134,144 miles
  • 2012 – 204,896 miles
  • 2011 – 121,000 miles
  • 2010 – 119,468 miles
  • 2009 – 107,025 miles
  • 2008 – 89,658 miles
  • 2007 – 71,807 miles
  • 2006 – 90,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,187 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion underside of vehicle but not dangerous.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • General surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,187 miles (+14,195)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,187 miles
    Test number
    281678865058
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion underside of vehicle but not dangerous.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass191,992 miles (+13,537)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    191,992 miles
    Test number
    683708803465
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,455 miles (+13,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    178,455 miles
    Test number
    659396181006
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass165,008 miles (+11,249)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    165,008 miles
    Test number
    391807427269
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion underside of vehicle but not dangerous
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,759 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    153,759 miles
    Test number
    611871883713
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  6. Fail153,753 miles (+5,933)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,753 miles
    Test number
    101053266260
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  7. Pass147,820 miles (+5,854)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    147,820 miles
    Test number
    385687766372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    141,966 miles
    Test number
    877734992293
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail141,966 miles (+3,355)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,966 miles
    Test number
    148660798995
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass138,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,611 miles
    Test number
    151837780167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,611 miles (+1,915)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,611 miles
    Test number
    761357881019
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  12. Pass136,696 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    136,696 miles
    Test number
    768418884299
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBoth headlight images poor
    • NoteDash display indicating faults with abs ,esp, bas and lighting

  13. Fail136,696 miles (+2,552)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,696 miles
    Test number
    419038484265
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBoth headlight images poor

  14. Pass134,144 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    134,144 miles
    Test number
    145620383288
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail134,144 miles (-70,752)2 dangerous4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,144 miles
    Test number
    826595273207
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass204,896 miles (+83,896)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    204,896 miles
    Test number
    938734852238
    • NoteFront tyres wearing at inner edges
    • NoteFront windows tinted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing at inner edge

  17. Pass121,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    121,000 miles
    Test number
    739016051248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,000 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    121,000 miles
    Test number
    628956451279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,468 miles (+12,443)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    119,468 miles
    Test number
    293508150232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,025 miles (+17,367)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,025 miles
    Test number
    471597789195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    264279488440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,658 miles (+17,851)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    690669388182
    • Repaired at testFront Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass71,807 miles (-18,764)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,807 miles
    Test number
    103988387162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    262079286448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X783 BBY

Does X783 BBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X783 BBY expired on 10 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X783 BBY?
The MOT on X783 BBY expired on 10 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X783 BBY done?
X783 BBY was recorded at 206,187 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 6,635 miles a year.
Has X783 BBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X783 BBY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on X783 BBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X783 BBY find?
X783 BBY passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides.; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 8 more.

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