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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 3,222 cc

JR 26MOT history

JR 26 is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 124,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
124,039 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JR 26
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JR 26 was last recorded at 124,039 miles on 1 May 2026, 4,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,012 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,027 miles
Average per year
3,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,039 miles
  • 2025 – 120,012 miles
  • 2024 – 116,055 miles
  • 2023 – 110,775 miles
  • 2022 – 107,646 miles
  • 2021 – 106,530 miles
  • 2020 – 106,370 miles
  • 2019 – 104,768 miles
  • 2018 – 103,523 miles
  • 2016 – 100,841 miles
  • 2015 – 98,577 miles
  • 2014 – 94,775 miles
  • 2013 – 92,240 miles
  • 2012 – 88,526 miles
  • 2011 – 84,006 miles
  • 2009 – 73,828 miles
  • 2008 – 66,933 miles
  • 2007 – 62,143 miles
  • 2006 – 55,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,039 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Under trays and sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,039 miles (+4,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    124,039 miles
    Test number
    799522762687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass120,012 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,012 miles
    Test number
    849829895071
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  3. Fail120,012 miles (+3,957)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,012 miles
    Test number
    981216585944
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  4. Pass116,055 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,055 miles
    Test number
    477985691455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,053 miles (+5,278)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,053 miles
    Test number
    205759063418
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,775 miles (+3,129)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,775 miles
    Test number
    819374462462
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass107,646 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,646 miles
    Test number
    119475037980
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  8. Fail107,646 miles (+1,116)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,646 miles
    Test number
    926846436323
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  9. Pass106,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    743340243987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,530 miles (+160)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    852765098978
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass106,370 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,370 miles
    Test number
    940338652585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,768 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    301953192126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,764 miles (+1,241)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,764 miles
    Test number
    293626519753
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass103,523 miles (+2,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,523 miles
    Test number
    982360498885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass100,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,841 miles
    Test number
    592937957484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,841 miles (+2,264)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,841 miles
    Test number
    451137454189
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass98,577 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,577 miles
    Test number
    879554305242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,775 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,775 miles
    Test number
    557522164054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,763 miles (+2,523)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,763 miles
    Test number
    316737254066
    • 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)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass92,240 miles (+3,714)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    92,240 miles
    Test number
    656257353024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut but not to ply or cords
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer shoulder

  21. Pass88,526 miles (+4,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    88,526 miles
    Test number
    267984652096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass84,006 miles (+10,178)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    848149141059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,828 miles (+6,895)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,828 miles
    Test number
    754535829163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,933 miles (+4,790)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    740266018149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,143 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,143 miles
    Test number
    771626397068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,088 miles (+6,737)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,088 miles
    Test number
    373832297042
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass55,351 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    850773186014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about JR 26

What vehicle is registration JR 26 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JR 26 on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 28 Oct 2002. 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 JR 26 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JR 26 is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on JR 26?
The MOT on JR 26 is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has JR 26 done?
JR 26 was recorded at 124,039 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,417 miles a year.
Has JR 26 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JR 26 has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on JR 26 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 JR 26 find?
JR 26 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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