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Beige · Diesel · 2001 · 2,151 cc

Y292 GECMOT history

Y292 GEC is a beige diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2022.

Y292 GEC beige Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
138,044 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y292 GEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y292 GEC was last recorded at 138,044 miles on 1 Apr 2022, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,022 miles · 27 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
5,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,044 miles
  • 2021 – 124,977 miles
  • 2019 – 108,746 miles
  • 2018 – 106,668 miles
  • 2017 – 104,873 miles
  • 2016 – 102,101 miles
  • 2015 – 100,461 miles
  • 2014 – 98,298 miles
  • 2013 – 94,978 miles
  • 2012 – 93,246 miles
  • 2011 – 91,452 miles
  • 2010 – 88,489 miles
  • 2009 – 86,329 miles
  • 2008 – 76,177 miles
  • 2007 – 65,462 miles
  • 2006 – 54,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,044 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered in tape (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under lamp (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Non obligatory mirror damaged glass missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak from rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,044 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,044 miles
    Test number
    237810467417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered in tape (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under lamp (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,022 miles (+13,045)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,022 miles
    Test number
    977530513631
    • DangerousParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under head lamp (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass124,977 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,977 miles
    Test number
    169102586455
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff

  4. Fail124,977 miles (+16,231)2 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,977 miles
    Test number
    890995623676
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released stays on with side lights (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lense damaged (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle leaking (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff

  5. Pass108,746 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,746 miles
    Test number
    690613984798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,701 miles (+2,033)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,701 miles
    Test number
    738321962548
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached welding repair been done (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,668 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,668 miles
    Test number
    970576181691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,873 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,873 miles
    Test number
    948564291404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,101 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,101 miles
    Test number
    992106615931
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Fail102,097 miles (+1,636)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,097 miles
    Test number
    901662720212
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass100,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    776772285195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,461 miles (+2,163)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    959431685174
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass98,298 miles (+3,320)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,298 miles
    Test number
    718014764105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,978 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,978 miles
    Test number
    796009173167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,246 miles
    Test number
    307177372117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail93,246 miles (+1,794)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,246 miles
    Test number
    335757672153
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass91,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    767142981126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,452 miles (+2,963)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    178110681126
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass88,489 miles (+2,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,489 miles
    Test number
    751414170118
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass86,329 miles (+10,152)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,329 miles
    Test number
    303907369196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,177 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,177 miles
    Test number
    412018178181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail76,118 miles (+10,656)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,118 miles
    Test number
    174375978179
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass65,462 miles (+10,561)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,462 miles
    Test number
    284219377117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    54,901 miles
    Test number
    262679076113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y292 GEC

Does Y292 GEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y292 GEC expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y292 GEC?
The MOT on Y292 GEC expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y292 GEC done?
Y292 GEC was recorded at 138,044 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2022, an average of 5,276 miles a year.
Has Y292 GEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y292 GEC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y292 GEC 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 Y292 GEC find?
Y292 GEC passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2022 with 5 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered in tape; offside front integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under lamp, and 2 more.

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