2003 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · A21 JAM
2003 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 06 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 180,999 miles. MOT expired on 06 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,999 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A21 JAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 180,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A21 JAM MOT History
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 (A21 JAM) between November 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 20 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A21 JAM Mileage History
- 02/11/2021155,622 mi
- 01/11/2022165,264 mi+9,642 mi
- 17/10/2023169,376 mi+4,112 mi
- 16/10/2024176,598 mi+7,222 mi
- 14/10/2025180,999 mi+4,401 mi
Average of roughly 6,428 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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