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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

Y4 YYJMOT history

Y4 YYJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 161,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

Y4 YYJ silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
161,129 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 YYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 YYJ was last recorded at 161,129 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,354 miles · 28 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
10,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,129 miles
  • 2024 – 159,354 miles
  • 2023 – 155,812 miles
  • 2022 – 145,116 miles
  • 2021 – 135,602 miles
  • 2019 – 126,571 miles
  • 2018 – 114,047 miles
  • 2017 – 91,361 miles
  • 2016 – 70,224 miles
  • 2015 – 48,916 miles
  • 2014 – 37,274 miles
  • 2013 – 29,759 miles
  • 2012 – 20,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,129 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,129 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    161,129 miles
    Test number
    126906744612
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Fail161,129 miles (+1,775)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,129 miles
    Test number
    592659425142
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass159,354 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    159,354 miles
    Test number
    868021441897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail159,352 miles (+3,540)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,352 miles
    Test number
    454860365960
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,812 miles (+10,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    155,812 miles
    Test number
    715854993915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass145,116 miles (+9,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,116 miles
    Test number
    384716265532
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,602 miles (+9,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,602 miles
    Test number
    266806230227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass126,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    396080844541
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail126,571 miles (+12,524)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,571 miles
    Test number
    773456342991
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass114,047 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    114,047 miles
    Test number
    656736494084
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail114,043 miles (+22,682)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,043 miles
    Test number
    334216487932
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,361 miles (+21,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,361 miles
    Test number
    775547820995
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing screen
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass70,224 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,224 miles
    Test number
    850548559423
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,215 miles (+21,299)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,215 miles
    Test number
    912868730293
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,916 miles (+11,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,916 miles
    Test number
    349229105207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass37,274 miles (+7,515)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,274 miles
    Test number
    125426304210
    • 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)
    • NoteEmissions To Clean To Give Reading
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass29,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,759 miles
    Test number
    486867103216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,758 miles (+8,997)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,758 miles
    Test number
    978427203275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass20,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,761 miles
    Test number
    396019702269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 YYJ

Does Y4 YYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y4 YYJ expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y4 YYJ?
The MOT on Y4 YYJ expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y4 YYJ done?
Y4 YYJ was recorded at 161,129 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 10,791 miles a year.
Has Y4 YYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 YYJ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y4 YYJ 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 Y4 YYJ find?
Y4 YYJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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