Yes, GIW 118 is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 December 2026 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for GIW 118?

The MOT for GIW 118 is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of GIW 118?

The recorded mileage for GIW 118 is 141,688 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is GIW 118 ULEZ compliant?

No, GIW 118 does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does GIW 118 have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, GIW 118 is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

Outstanding Recall

2003 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · GIW 118

GIW 118

2003 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2003. Recorded mileage 141,688 miles. MOT valid until 04/06/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ E
Year / Origin: 2003 · Maidstone
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 04/06/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage: 141,688 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 04/06/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/12/2026

Mileage: 141,688 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 3222cc

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GIW 118 Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
141,688 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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GIW 118 Mileage History

05/06/2023118,830 mi
05/06/2024128,003 mi+9,173 mi
04/06/2025135,500 mi+7,497 mi
06/06/2025135,500 mi
14/05/2026141,688 mi+6,188 mi

Average of roughly 7,775 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GIW 118 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 07:08

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (GIW 118) between June 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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