2007 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · EF57 VVT
2007 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Dec 2007. Recorded mileage 162,702 miles. MOT expired on 03 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,702 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EF57 VVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 19/08/2025
- 162,702 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EF57 VVT 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (EF57 VVT) between April 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))”; “Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction LIGHT ON (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
EF57 VVT Mileage History
- 26/04/2022140,298 mi
- 24/04/2023148,747 mi+8,449 mi
- 17/04/2024159,304 mi+10,557 mi
- 25/04/2024159,401 mi+97 mi
- 19/08/2025162,702 mi+3,301 mi
Average of roughly 6,757 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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