2018 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · RE18 VXV
2018 Mercedes-Benz E (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2018. Recorded mileage 44,164 miles. MOT valid until 04 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RE18 VXV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 44,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RE18 VXV 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz E (RE18 VXV) between May 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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 2 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.
RE18 VXV Mileage History
- 04/05/202227,505 mi
- 17/05/202330,984 mi+3,479 mi
- 29/05/202434,205 mi+3,221 mi
- 05/03/202536,489 mi+2,284 mi
- 24/02/202644,164 mi+7,675 mi
Average of roughly 4,371 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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