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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 3,226 cc

Y278 NVXMOT history

Y278 NVX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2021 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 164,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2022.

Y278 NVX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2021
Mileage
164,814 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 NVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,226 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y278 NVX was last recorded at 164,814 miles on 28 Mar 2022, 5,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,473 miles · 12 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
5,341 miles
Average per year
7,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,814 miles
  • 2020 – 159,473 miles
  • 2019 – 152,506 miles
  • 2018 – 144,424 miles
  • 2017 – 136,302 miles
  • 2016 – 126,314 miles
  • 2015 – 115,278 miles
  • 2014 – 105,406 miles
  • 2013 – 102,071 miles
  • 2012 – 98,284 miles
  • 2011 – 94,523 miles
  • 2010 – 87,557 miles
  • 2009 – 83,186 miles
  • 2008 – 75,487 miles
  • 2006 – 53,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,814 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded All rears at rear joining block (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,814 miles (+5,341)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,814 miles
    Test number
    856363433100
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded All rears at rear joining block (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass159,473 miles (+6,967)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    159,473 miles
    Test number
    169970724700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,506 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    152,506 miles
    Test number
    620534629803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,506 miles (+8,082)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,506 miles
    Test number
    678335154831
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,424 miles (+8,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,424 miles
    Test number
    861358584776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,302 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,302 miles
    Test number
    168830039932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail136,302 miles (+9,988)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,302 miles
    Test number
    460003684812
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass126,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,314 miles
    Test number
    800563813943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,314 miles (+11,036)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,314 miles
    Test number
    673097686912
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass115,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    589929565101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,278 miles (+9,872)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,278 miles
    Test number
    319199365149
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass105,406 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,406 miles
    Test number
    219378474148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,071 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,071 miles
    Test number
    466833263102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,284 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,284 miles
    Test number
    229693372144
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass98,284 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,284 miles
    Test number
    849503372164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,523 miles
    Test number
    776751271159
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail94,523 miles (+6,966)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,523 miles
    Test number
    926471471160
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass87,557 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    87,557 miles
    Test number
    374233370172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,556 miles (+4,370)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,556 miles
    Test number
    282228760199
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront discs and pads worn.
    • NoteRear number plate faded.

  20. Pass83,186 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    83,186 miles
    Test number
    210503169122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,162 miles (+7,675)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,162 miles
    Test number
    633062669100
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass75,487 miles (+21,920)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,487 miles
    Test number
    173582788142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    493450576142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 NVX

Does Y278 NVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 NVX expired on 29 Jun 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 NVX?
The MOT on Y278 NVX expired on 29 Jun 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 NVX done?
Y278 NVX was recorded at 164,814 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2022, an average of 7,053 miles a year.
Has Y278 NVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 NVX has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y278 NVX 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 NVX find?
Y278 NVX failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2022 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pipe excessively corroded all rears at rear joining block; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 5 more.

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