2005 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · KV55 EFD
2005 Mercedes-Benz E (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 105,926 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (15 May 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,926 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV55 EFD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/05/2026
- 105,926 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV55 EFD 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (KV55 EFD) between July 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Middle floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))”.
KV55 EFD Mileage History
- 01/07/202394,114 mi
- 10/07/202497,321 mi+3,207 mi
- 12/07/202497,321 mi
- 12/07/2025102,756 mi+5,435 mi
- 20/05/2026105,926 mi+3,170 mi
Average of roughly 4,093 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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