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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 3,222 cc

Y278 HNHMOT history

Y278 HNH is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 156,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

Y278 HNH silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
156,390 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 HNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 HNH was last recorded at 156,390 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 12,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,257 miles · 3 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
12,133 miles
Average per year
5,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,390 miles
  • 2021 – 144,257 miles
  • 2020 – 129,740 miles
  • 2019 – 122,778 miles
  • 2018 – 121,608 miles
  • 2016 – 121,604 miles
  • 2015 – 121,123 miles
  • 2014 – 119,723 miles
  • 2012 – 111,293 miles
  • 2011 – 101,245 miles
  • 2010 – 89,312 miles
  • 2009 – 83,784 miles
  • 2008 – 74,532 miles
  • 2007 – 68,822 miles
  • 2006 – 66,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,390 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,390 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    156,390 miles
    Test number
    676039703812
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,390 miles (+12,133)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,390 miles
    Test number
    749094285341
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass144,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,257 miles
    Test number
    447413011546
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail144,251 miles (+14,511)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,251 miles
    Test number
    816252446323
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass129,740 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    129,740 miles
    Test number
    492014809388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,778 miles (+1,170)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,778 miles
    Test number
    975056523299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,608 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,608 miles
    Test number
    509468668916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,604 miles (+481)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,604 miles
    Test number
    112890973349
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass121,123 miles (+1,400)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    121,123 miles
    Test number
    727868405159
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass119,723 miles (+8,430)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    119,723 miles
    Test number
    508989134009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsr tyre inside wall slight cut

  11. Pass111,293 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    658868142260
    • 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)

  12. Fail111,291 miles (+10,046)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,291 miles
    Test number
    887177042284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  13. Pass101,245 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,245 miles
    Test number
    306425941264
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working

  14. Fail101,245 miles (+11,933)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,245 miles
    Test number
    696805041261
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front fog light not working

  15. Pass89,312 miles (+5,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,312 miles
    Test number
    813414030116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass83,784 miles (+9,252)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    83,784 miles
    Test number
    974429229194
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront wiper slightly split ,but clearing screen o.k.

  17. Pass74,532 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,532 miles
    Test number
    770470468032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,822 miles (+2,216)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    68,822 miles
    Test number
    103849457476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    66,606 miles
    Test number
    632101256093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,606 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,606 miles
    Test number
    442811356017
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about Y278 HNH

Does Y278 HNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 HNH expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 HNH?
The MOT on Y278 HNH expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 HNH done?
Y278 HNH was recorded at 156,390 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 5,629 miles a year.
Has Y278 HNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 HNH has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y278 HNH 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 Y278 HNH find?
Y278 HNH passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; oil leak, but not excessive.

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