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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

AMC 228MOT history

AMC 228 is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 92,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
92,293 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
AMC 228
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

AMC 228 was last recorded at 92,293 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2018: 65,034 miles, lower than 97,850 miles on 10 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
92,292 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,293 miles
  • 2024 – 87,934 miles
  • 2023 – 83,665 miles
  • 2022 – 78,619 miles
  • 2021 – 73,296 miles
  • 2020 – 70,095 miles
  • 2019 – 68,522 miles
  • 2018 – 65,034 miles
  • 2017 – 97,850 miles
  • 2016 – 56,470 miles
  • 2015 – 51,839 miles
  • 2014 – 47,489 miles
  • 2013 – 42,384 miles
  • 2012 – 36,574 miles
  • 2011 – 32,817 miles
  • 2010 – 28,094 miles
  • 2009 – 21,848 miles
  • 2008 – 17,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,293 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine bay covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,293 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    92,293 miles
    Test number
    305861727829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  2. Fail92,292 miles (+4,358)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,292 miles
    Test number
    648968121753
    • DangerousNearside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass87,934 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    87,934 miles
    Test number
    337515384951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,931 miles (+4,266)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    112345064132
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass83,665 miles (+33)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,665 miles
    Test number
    241726691895
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail83,632 miles (+5,013)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,632 miles
    Test number
    932319435838
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass78,619 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,619 miles
    Test number
    541424170972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail78,544 miles (+5,248)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,544 miles
    Test number
    643400886490
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,296 miles (+3,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    348218654302
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake linings low

  10. Pass70,095 miles (+1,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,095 miles
    Test number
    263033918542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,522 miles (+34)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,522 miles
    Test number
    904419592458
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail68,488 miles (+3,454)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,488 miles
    Test number
    357127363436
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass65,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,034 miles
    Test number
    323233907738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,034 miles (-32,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,034 miles
    Test number
    521728867110
    • Repaired at testFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass97,850 miles (+41,380)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,850 miles
    Test number
    334501047867
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUpper engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body covers fitted

  16. Pass56,470 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    850097882483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,222 miles (+4,383)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,222 miles
    Test number
    690418472155
    • FailureNearside Front Steering linkage has had excessive heat applied track rod (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint center ball joint to suspension strut (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering linkage has had excessive heat applied track rod (2.2.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass51,839 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,839 miles
    Test number
    887504625203
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail51,839 miles (+4,350)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,839 miles
    Test number
    798304725232
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass47,489 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    47,489 miles
    Test number
    397937724472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,454 miles (+5,070)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,454 miles
    Test number
    195178974197
    • FailureFront Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

  22. Pass42,384 miles (+71)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,384 miles
    Test number
    578796273169
    • NoteChild seat fitted nsr seat (not removed for test)
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteVehicle underbody panels fitted

  23. Fail42,313 miles (+5,739)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,313 miles
    Test number
    958319663112
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted nsr seat (not removed for test)
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteVehicle underbody panels fitted

  24. Pass36,574 miles (+3,757)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,574 miles
    Test number
    305361302106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,817 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,817 miles
    Test number
    366434901136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,094 miles (+24)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,094 miles
    Test number
    141862260419
    • NoteNearside front and offside front inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteNearside outer and offside outer sills have covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteUnder tray fitted front to rear not allowing full inspection of various components

  27. Fail28,070 miles (+6,222)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,070 miles
    Test number
    414041060022
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteNearside outer and offside outer sills have covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear inner wheel arches have liners fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteUnder tray fitted front to rear not allowing full inspection of various components

  28. Pass21,848 miles (+4,739)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,848 miles
    Test number
    350382889044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFound residue around brake pipes (all round). Assume it is lubricant from recent service. (no leaks found)
    • NoteO/s/f wheel bearing has very slight play

  29. Pass17,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,109 miles
    Test number
    230155388029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about AMC 228

What vehicle is registration AMC 228 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show AMC 228 on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 12 Mar 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does AMC 228 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on AMC 228 is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on AMC 228?
The MOT on AMC 228 is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has AMC 228 done?
AMC 228 was recorded at 92,293 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 4,254 miles a year.
Has AMC 228 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. AMC 228 has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on AMC 228 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on AMC 228 find?
AMC 228 passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension component modified but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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