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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 3,222 cc

C8 BCTMOT history

C8 BCT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 11 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

C8 BCT silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,561 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 BCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 BCT was last recorded at 99,561 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,561 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,561 miles
  • 2024 – 96,252 miles
  • 2022 – 87,007 miles
  • 2021 – 77,991 miles
  • 2019 – 72,860 miles
  • 2018 – 64,860 miles
  • 2017 – 57,553 miles
  • 2016 – 49,536 miles
  • 2015 – 46,002 miles
  • 2014 – 39,689 miles
  • 2013 – 33,392 miles
  • 2012 – 25,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,561 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    255869265312
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Fail99,561 miles (+3,309)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    199424180970
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass96,252 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    580108757588
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail96,195 miles (+2,096)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    125564777501
    • DangerousNearside Front Flexible brake hose insecure
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Track control arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass94,099 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    94,099 miles
    Test number
    257522063525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,007 miles (+4,716)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    454625443007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,291 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,291 miles
    Test number
    680660510914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,991 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,991 miles
    Test number
    817048158152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,860 miles (+8,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    996183397876
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass64,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,860 miles
    Test number
    955404164859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,860 miles (+7,307)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,860 miles
    Test number
    216325815799
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass57,553 miles (+8,017)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,553 miles
    Test number
    216369146835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,536 miles (+3,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,536 miles
    Test number
    154064571698
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obstructing view
  14. Pass46,002 miles (+6,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,002 miles
    Test number
    877352635105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,689 miles (+6,297)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,689 miles
    Test number
    127113434169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,392 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,392 miles
    Test number
    328613543168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,587 miles
    Test number
    517505332191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about C8 BCT

Does C8 BCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 BCT is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 BCT?
The MOT on C8 BCT is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 BCT done?
C8 BCT was recorded at 99,561 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,451 miles a year.
Has C8 BCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 BCT has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 BCT 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 C8 BCT find?
C8 BCT passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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