
Mercedes-Benz E
Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 5,439 cc
Y268 FVVMOT history
Y268 FVV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 180,604 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 Apr 2026
- Mileage
- 180,604 mi
- At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 5,481 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y268 FVV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- E
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 5,439 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 18 Jul 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Apr 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y268 FVV was last recorded at 180,604 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 180,311 miles · 25 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 293 miles
- Average per year
- 5,481 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 180,604 miles
- 2024 – 180,311 miles
- 2023 – 179,673 miles
- 2022 – 179,126 miles
- 2021 – 178,620 miles
- 2020 – 178,390 miles
- 2019 – 178,039 miles
- 2018 – 174,091 miles
- 2017 – 169,498 miles
- 2016 – 164,357 miles
- 2014 – 160,733 miles
- 2012 – 149,653 miles
- 2011 – 144,017 miles
- 2010 – 133,067 miles
- 2008 – 110,642 miles
- 2007 – 91,750 miles
- 2006 – 75,251 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion
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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023
Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Full MOT history
26 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass180,604 miles (+293)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 180,604 miles
- Test number
- 527963790989
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion
Pass180,311 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 180,311 miles
- Test number
- 229381254219
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Fail180,310 miles (+637)1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 180,310 miles
- Test number
- 508137318206
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderside corroded
Pass179,673 miles (+13)18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 179,673 miles
- Test number
- 691752668503
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Rear Facing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bumper Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Exhaust Mounting Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Fuel Tank Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail179,660 miles (+534)5 major18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,660 miles
- Test number
- 619445974519
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking Point Below A Piller (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Rear Facing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bumper Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Exhaust Mounting Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Fuel Tank Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass179,126 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 179,126 miles
- Test number
- 322737578950
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail179,126 miles (+506)1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,126 miles
- Test number
- 509217486822
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass178,620 miles (+230)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 178,620 miles
- Test number
- 151134783663
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass178,390 miles (+1)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 178,390 miles
- Test number
- 982838917957
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail178,389 miles (+350)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,389 miles
- Test number
- 163913914328
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass178,039 miles (+3)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 178,039 miles
- Test number
- 156918868448
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail178,036 miles (+3,945)1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,036 miles
- Test number
- 960155420608
- MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass174,091 miles (+4,593)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 174,091 miles
- Test number
- 562025587938
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass169,498 miles (+5,141)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 169,498 miles
- Test number
- 237923243649
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle
Pass164,357 miles (+3,624)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 164,357 miles
- Test number
- 607736237641
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass160,733 miles (+16)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 160,733 miles
- Test number
- 465803064332
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteTraction control link ball snapped
Fail160,717 miles (+3,668)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,717 miles
- Test number
- 216276854342
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteTraction control link ball snapped
Pass157,049 miles (+7,396)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 157,049 miles
- Test number
- 617510624044
- NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
Pass149,653 miles11 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 149,653 miles
- Test number
- 366036772400
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
- NoteNearside rear tyre wear on inner shoulder
FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 467704752264
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
- NoteDash warning of light out, all MOT light working
- NoteExhaust corroded in various area's
- NoteFront to rear fuel pipes VERY corroded
- NoteLittle metal pipe from front to rear corroded and snapped. looks to be a vapour spill pipe
- NoteRear of vehicle has advanced corrosion and holing to various area, rear inner sill/floor sections also heavily corroded
Pass144,017 miles (+10,950)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 144,017 miles
- Test number
- 698618981011
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteRear suspension pipes rusty
Pass133,067 miles (+381)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 133,067 miles
- Test number
- 692392130078
- NoteExhaust centre box deteriorated
- NoteFront brake pads wearing low and discs lipped
- NoteLight corrosion around subframe points
- NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing
Fail132,686 miles (+22,044)4 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,686 miles
- Test number
- 533141220081
- FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- NoteExhaust centre box deteriorated
- NoteFront brake pads wearing low and discs lipped
- NoteLight corrosion around subframe points
- NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing
Pass110,642 miles (+18,892)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 110,642 miles
- Test number
- 432633588194
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass91,750 miles (+16,499)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 91,750 miles
- Test number
- 801301167014
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,251 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 75,251 miles
- Test number
- 224493636070
- NoteFront brake discs worn and lipped. †drivers side front jacking plug missing. †slight play drivers side front wheel bearing. †slight play drivers side front lower ball joint.
Questions about Y268 FVV
- Does Y268 FVV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y268 FVV expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y268 FVV?
- The MOT on Y268 FVV expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y268 FVV done?
- Y268 FVV was recorded at 180,604 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 5,481 miles a year.
- Has Y268 FVV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y268 FVV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on Y268 FVV 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 FVV find?
- Y268 FVV passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle has general underbody corrosion.
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