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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 3,226 cc

Y297 ORFMOT history

Y297 ORF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

Y297 ORF blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2023
Mileage
129,681 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 ORF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,226 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y297 ORF was last recorded at 129,681 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 2,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,879 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,802 miles
Average per year
4,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,681 miles
  • 2022 – 126,879 miles
  • 2021 – 124,065 miles
  • 2020 – 121,808 miles
  • 2019 – 118,533 miles
  • 2018 – 115,291 miles
  • 2017 – 112,130 miles
  • 2016 – 107,284 miles
  • 2015 – 102,006 miles
  • 2014 – 97,100 miles
  • 2013 – 91,945 miles
  • 2012 – 86,652 miles
  • 2010 – 83,928 miles
  • 2009 – 78,358 miles
  • 2008 – 72,770 miles
  • 2007 – 62,708 miles
  • 2006 – 52,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,681 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arches. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail129,681 miles (+2,802)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,681 miles
    Test number
    794800759977
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arches. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass126,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,879 miles
    Test number
    885043164223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail126,879 miles (+2,814)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,879 miles
    Test number
    688197207518
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass124,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,065 miles
    Test number
    327651937380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,065 miles (+2,257)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,065 miles
    Test number
    451470757228
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass121,808 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,808 miles
    Test number
    233545507143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,533 miles (+3,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,533 miles
    Test number
    328180423667
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass115,291 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    115,291 miles
    Test number
    319953774484
    • AdvisorySill and engine covers fitted
  9. Pass112,130 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,130 miles
    Test number
    136411382500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,284 miles (+5,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,284 miles
    Test number
    515846728978
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  11. Pass102,006 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,006 miles
    Test number
    276461045063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,100 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,100 miles
    Test number
    958854144017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,945 miles (+5,293)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,945 miles
    Test number
    856103653010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,652 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,652 miles
    Test number
    338031862062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,928 miles (+5,570)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    710955050327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    78,358 miles
    Test number
    143647559361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,357 miles (+5,587)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,357 miles
    Test number
    974467059380
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  18. Pass72,770 miles (+5,426)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    72,770 miles
    Test number
    682177158391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,344 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    67,344 miles
    Test number
    570757008047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    350602527011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,708 miles (+10,221)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,708 miles
    Test number
    623418217020
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass52,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,487 miles
    Test number
    100330026067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 ORF

Does Y297 ORF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 ORF expired on 28 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 ORF?
The MOT on Y297 ORF expired on 28 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 ORF done?
Y297 ORF was recorded at 129,681 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 4,534 miles a year.
Has Y297 ORF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 ORF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y297 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 Y297 ORF find?
Y297 ORF failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 4 major defects: nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arches.; offside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch, and 1 more.

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