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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 3,226 cc

Y268 CAYMOT history

Y268 CAY is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 258,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2021.

Y268 CAY grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2022
Mileage
258,331 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 CAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,226 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 CAY was last recorded at 258,331 miles on 18 Dec 2021, 525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
257,806 miles · 13 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
525 miles
Average per year
10,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 258,331 miles
  • 2020 – 257,806 miles
  • 2019 – 246,824 miles
  • 2018 – 239,200 miles
  • 2016 – 343,646 miles
  • 2014 – 191,665 miles
  • 2013 – 184,693 miles
  • 2012 – 175,007 miles
  • 2011 – 163,303 miles
  • 2010 – 149,898 miles
  • 2009 – 138,300 miles
  • 2008 – 127,584 miles
  • 2007 – 113,164 miles
  • 2006 – 95,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,331 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass258,331 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    258,331 miles
    Test number
    146444213582
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail258,331 miles (+525)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,331 miles
    Test number
    201533373959
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass257,806 miles (+10,982)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    257,806 miles
    Test number
    580964769457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass246,824 miles (+7,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    246,824 miles
    Test number
    197836178662
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass239,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    239,200 miles
    Test number
    288433959065
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  6. Pass364,908 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    364,908 km
    Test number
    809062651450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail364,908 km3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    364,908 km
    Test number
    617260717793
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass343,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    343,646 miles
    Test number
    186258426901
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass320,906 km
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    320,906 km
    Test number
    709676335196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass191,665 miles (+6,972)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    191,665 miles
    Test number
    479234814192
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working

  11. Pass184,693 miles (+9,686)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    184,693 miles
    Test number
    119359213172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass175,007 miles (+11,704)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    175,007 miles
    Test number
    336251222176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass163,303 miles (+13,405)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    163,303 miles
    Test number
    825307421152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail149,898 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,898 miles
    Test number
    171928310107
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteParking lights inoperative

  15. Pass149,898 miles (+11,598)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    149,898 miles
    Test number
    421168810175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteParking lights inoperative

  16. Pass138,300 miles (+10,716)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    138,300 miles
    Test number
    443221029135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass127,584 miles (+14,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    127,584 miles
    Test number
    814530148114
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass113,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    113,164 miles
    Test number
    923348837157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail113,164 miles (+17,240)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,164 miles
    Test number
    563088137137
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass95,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    95,924 miles
    Test number
    533298226167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y268 CAY

Does Y268 CAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y268 CAY expired on 17 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y268 CAY?
The MOT on Y268 CAY expired on 17 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y268 CAY done?
Y268 CAY was recorded at 258,331 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2021, an average of 10,401 miles a year.
Has Y268 CAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 CAY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y268 CAY 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 Y268 CAY find?
Y268 CAY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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