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Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 2,597 cc

Y879 CAGMOT history

Y879 CAG is a beige petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

Y879 CAG beige Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,628 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 CAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 CAG was last recorded at 91,628 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,188 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
440 miles
Average per year
1,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,628 miles
  • 2025 – 91,188 miles
  • 2024 – 90,804 miles
  • 2023 – 90,282 miles
  • 2022 – 89,705 miles
  • 2021 – 89,166 miles
  • 2020 – 88,847 miles
  • 2019 – 88,716 miles
  • 2017 – 88,143 miles
  • 2016 – 87,600 miles
  • 2015 – 87,059 miles
  • 2014 – 86,389 miles
  • 2013 – 85,993 miles
  • 2012 – 85,235 miles
  • 2011 – 84,196 miles
  • 2010 – 82,616 miles
  • 2009 – 80,155 miles
  • 2008 – 75,718 miles
  • 2007 – 72,099 miles
  • 2006 – 57,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,628 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Advise both front shock absorbers are badly corroded on outer casing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,628 miles
    Test number
    196966846212
    • AdvisoryFront Advise both front shock absorbers are badly corroded on outer casing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail91,628 miles (+440)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,628 miles
    Test number
    115242721113
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Advise both front shock absorbers are badly corroded on outer casing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass91,188 miles (+384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    457564775747
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,804 miles (+522)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,804 miles
    Test number
    585887241112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,282 miles (+577)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,282 miles
    Test number
    191920831619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass89,705 miles (+539)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    594009637269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,166 miles (+319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,166 miles
    Test number
    806269600821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass88,847 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,847 miles
    Test number
    499316625755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass88,716 miles (+573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,716 miles
    Test number
    455481843491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,143 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,143 miles
    Test number
    569733045884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,600 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,600 miles
    Test number
    737497005158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,059 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,059 miles
    Test number
    953776451597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,389 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    86,389 miles
    Test number
    788792424353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,993 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    85,993 miles
    Test number
    589606123329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,235 miles
    Test number
    205139332352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,235 miles (+1,039)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,235 miles
    Test number
    808409032303
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass84,196 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    84,196 miles
    Test number
    887613611357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,616 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    460930620352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,155 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,155 miles
    Test number
    262799829301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,718 miles (+3,619)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    75,718 miles
    Test number
    574467338315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    72,099 miles
    Test number
    473138437372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,099 miles (+4,282)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,099 miles
    Test number
    701348837320
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass67,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    67,817 miles
    Test number
    174012457421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,817 miles (+10,776)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,817 miles
    Test number
    522602257003
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass57,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    57,041 miles
    Test number
    882373556029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,040 miles2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,040 miles
    Test number
    224713656044
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about Y879 CAG

Does Y879 CAG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 CAG is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 CAG?
The MOT on Y879 CAG is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 CAG done?
Y879 CAG was recorded at 91,628 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 1,732 miles a year.
Has Y879 CAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 CAG has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y879 CAG 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 Y879 CAG find?
Y879 CAG passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front advise both front shock absorbers are badly corroded on outer casing; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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