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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 3,226 cc

Y278 ORFMOT history

Y278 ORF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 195,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2022.

Y278 ORF silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2023
Mileage
195,032 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 ORF
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
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 ORF was last recorded at 195,032 miles on 8 Sept 2022, 6,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,992 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,040 miles
Average per year
8,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,032 miles
  • 2021 – 188,992 miles
  • 2020 – 178,536 miles
  • 2019 – 172,685 miles
  • 2018 – 162,032 miles
  • 2017 – 156,600 miles
  • 2016 – 149,207 miles
  • 2015 – 142,042 miles
  • 2014 – 135,539 miles
  • 2013 – 128,026 miles
  • 2012 – 117,050 miles
  • 2011 – 109,344 miles
  • 2010 – 98,702 miles
  • 2009 – 88,299 miles
  • 2008 – 73,947 miles
  • 2006 – 59,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,032 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,032 miles (+6,040)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    195,032 miles
    Test number
    798269727030
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass188,992 miles (+10,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    188,992 miles
    Test number
    202616183720
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass178,536 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    178,536 miles
    Test number
    537276318228
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail178,536 miles (+5,851)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,536 miles
    Test number
    754130469566
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass172,685 miles (+10,653)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    172,685 miles
    Test number
    220200309121
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    162,032 miles
    Test number
    385670516373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail162,032 miles (+5,432)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,032 miles
    Test number
    892701136580
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass156,600 miles (+186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    156,600 miles
    Test number
    404884194985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail156,414 miles (+7,207)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,414 miles
    Test number
    541784785492
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near headlamp under bonnet (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x2 (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corroded not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box slightly corroded

  10. Pass149,207 miles (+7,165)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    149,207 miles
    Test number
    467958748866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear (rear) passenger seats folded away
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to rear lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryPlastic trim fitted to both sills
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear differential
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  11. Pass142,042 miles (+6,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    142,042 miles
    Test number
    438516545182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass135,539 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    135,539 miles
    Test number
    357864964190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,534 miles (+7,508)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,534 miles
    Test number
    259640264121
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  14. Pass128,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    128,026 miles
    Test number
    679380473148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail128,026 miles (+10,976)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,026 miles
    Test number
    556620373135
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass117,050 miles (+7,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    117,050 miles
    Test number
    886809742059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass109,344 miles (+10,642)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    109,344 miles
    Test number
    217547351050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to passenger seat
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  18. Fail98,702 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,702 miles
    Test number
    922636650076
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass98,702 miles (+10,403)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    98,702 miles
    Test number
    990476450095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass88,299 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,299 miles
    Test number
    120816959018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail88,284 miles (+14,337)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,284 miles
    Test number
    523296459032
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass73,947 miles (+98)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,947 miles
    Test number
    953251658019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront to rear metal fuel pipes corroded

  23. Fail73,849 miles (+14,833)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    294157648064
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront to rear metal fuel pipes corroded

  24. Pass59,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    413272946374
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail59,016 miles (+3,024)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    374082746397
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass55,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,992 miles
    Test number
    440939256051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 ORF

Does Y278 ORF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 ORF expired on 15 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 ORF?
The MOT on Y278 ORF expired on 15 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 ORF done?
Y278 ORF was recorded at 195,032 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2022, an average of 8,414 miles a year.
Has Y278 ORF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 ORF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on Y278 ORF 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 ORF find?
Y278 ORF passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2022 with 11 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 8 more.

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