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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

Y5 FOWMOT history

Y5 FOW is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

Y5 FOW grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
139,884 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 FOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 FOW was last recorded at 139,884 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 5,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,932 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,952 miles
Average per year
8,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,884 miles
  • 2025 – 133,932 miles
  • 2024 – 126,051 miles
  • 2023 – 117,447 miles
  • 2022 – 104,851 miles
  • 2021 – 83,265 miles
  • 2020 – 75,605 miles
  • 2019 – 62,741 miles
  • 2018 – 48,486 miles
  • 2017 – 36,444 miles
  • 2015 – 30,599 miles
  • 2013 – 26,264 miles
  • 2012 – 20,427 miles
  • 2011 – 15,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,884 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front tyres worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,884 miles (+5,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    139,884 miles
    Test number
    184192088081
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,932 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,932 miles
    Test number
    670288176395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail133,916 miles (+7,865)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,916 miles
    Test number
    710070595392
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,051 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,051 miles
    Test number
    808061704987
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Fail126,030 miles (+8,583)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,030 miles
    Test number
    805631793569
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass117,447 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,447 miles
    Test number
    395621857240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail117,437 miles (+12,586)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,437 miles
    Test number
    252564943699
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass104,851 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,851 miles
    Test number
    371430929413
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail104,851 miles (+8)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,851 miles
    Test number
    933143034567
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (both) manually adjusted under bonnet (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail104,843 miles (+21,578)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,843 miles
    Test number
    670384297237
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass83,265 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    990018529380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,248 miles (+7,643)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,248 miles
    Test number
    799195361574
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn to limit

  13. Pass75,605 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,605 miles
    Test number
    172892674970
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Fail75,462 miles (+12,721)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,462 miles
    Test number
    267054716165
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll dash warning lights not working
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass62,741 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    965878608995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,728 miles (+14,242)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,728 miles
    Test number
    585577620656
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass48,486 miles (+12,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,486 miles
    Test number
    236368159166
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on inner edges

  18. Pass36,444 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    36,444 miles
    Test number
    675871888341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,599 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    105375957972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,994 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,994 miles
    Test number
    175552905456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,264 miles (+5,837)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,264 miles
    Test number
    156477733364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,427 miles (+5,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,427 miles
    Test number
    347645842397
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    15,358 miles
    Test number
    175841251390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 FOW

Does Y5 FOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 FOW is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 FOW?
The MOT on Y5 FOW is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 FOW done?
Y5 FOW was recorded at 139,884 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 8,794 miles a year.
Has Y5 FOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 FOW has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 FOW 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 Y5 FOW find?
Y5 FOW passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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