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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

B20 PGBMOT history

B20 PGB is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,215 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 PGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 PGB was last recorded at 123,215 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,210 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,215 miles
  • 2025 – 123,210 miles
  • 2024 – 120,951 miles
  • 2022 – 114,066 miles
  • 2021 – 108,855 miles
  • 2020 – 105,458 miles
  • 2019 – 102,268 miles
  • 2018 – 98,107 miles
  • 2017 – 93,610 miles
  • 2016 – 89,093 miles
  • 2015 – 83,284 miles
  • 2014 – 78,367 miles
  • 2013 – 72,304 miles
  • 2012 – 66,876 miles
  • 2011 – 63,575 miles
  • 2010 – 58,879 miles
  • 2009 – 53,053 miles
  • 2008 – 46,886 miles
  • 2007 – 36,812 miles
  • 2006 – 29,542 miles
  • 2005 – 21,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,215 miles
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,215 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,215 miles
    Test number
    463405391296
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,210 miles (+2,259)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,210 miles
    Test number
    426704596380
    • MajorInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,951 miles (+2,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,951 miles
    Test number
    830816626299
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both spring arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,139 miles (+4,073)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,139 miles
    Test number
    661634905655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,066 miles (+5,211)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,066 miles
    Test number
    574616598678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,855 miles (+3,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,855 miles
    Test number
    264538197595
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,458 miles (+3,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    327907364098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,268 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,268 miles
    Test number
    107129610102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,107 miles (+4,497)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,107 miles
    Test number
    926718998803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,610 miles (+4,517)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,610 miles
    Test number
    811017677305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,093 miles (+5,809)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,093 miles
    Test number
    896714228722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,284 miles (+4,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,284 miles
    Test number
    741179887958
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,367 miles (+6,063)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,367 miles
    Test number
    307977154393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,304 miles
    Test number
    467845143422
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail72,304 miles (+5,428)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,304 miles
    Test number
    976985643355
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass66,876 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,876 miles
    Test number
    886409422326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,575 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    885150141337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,325 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,325 miles
    Test number
    515299211302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,175 miles (+4,296)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,175 miles
    Test number
    509924601356
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass58,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,879 miles
    Test number
    441917500423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,879 miles (+5,826)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,879 miles
    Test number
    280127300368
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  22. Pass53,053 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    852324239381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteScrew in n/s/r tyre

  23. Fail53,053 miles (+6,167)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    482644039440
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
    • NoteScrew in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s caster arm ball joint gaiter split

  24. Fail46,886 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    250470838357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear flexi brake hoses slight cracking

  25. Pass46,886 miles (+10,074)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    610580838395
    • NoteBoth rear flexi brake hoses slight cracking

  26. Pass36,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    742368817394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail36,811 miles (+7,269)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,811 miles
    Test number
    614948517366
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  28. Pass29,542 miles (+8,286)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    29,542 miles
    Test number
    692747926321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    21,256 miles
    Test number
    250251025369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 PGB

Does B20 PGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 PGB is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 PGB?
The MOT on B20 PGB is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 PGB done?
B20 PGB was recorded at 123,215 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,056 miles a year.
Has B20 PGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 PGB has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on B20 PGB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on B20 PGB find?
B20 PGB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: obligatory mirror slightly damaged both; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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