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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 3,222 cc

K29 RECMOT history

K29 REC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

K29 REC blue Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,759 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 REC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 REC was last recorded at 100,759 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 2,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,198 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,561 miles
Average per year
4,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,759 miles
  • 2025 – 98,198 miles
  • 2024 – 94,399 miles
  • 2023 – 90,840 miles
  • 2022 – 86,046 miles
  • 2021 – 80,349 miles
  • 2020 – 79,899 miles
  • 2019 – 76,554 miles
  • 2018 – 73,324 miles
  • 2017 – 70,790 miles
  • 2016 – 68,002 miles
  • 2015 – 65,230 miles
  • 2014 – 60,362 miles
  • 2013 – 54,140 miles
  • 2012 – 49,183 miles
  • 2011 – 39,247 miles
  • 2010 – 28,412 miles
  • 2009 – 15,137 miles
  • 2008 – 14,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,759 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ball joint/bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Diesel particulate filter fitted (emissions clear)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,759 miles (+2,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,759 miles
    Test number
    937789326891
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass98,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,198 miles
    Test number
    538428178305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail98,198 miles (+3,799)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,198 miles
    Test number
    962473526996
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass94,399 miles (+3,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,399 miles
    Test number
    515230803834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high
  5. Pass90,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    625595643629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ball joint/bush (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Fail90,840 miles (+4,794)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    498339602136
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ball joint/bush (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass86,046 miles (+5,697)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,046 miles
    Test number
    736329524740
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn and cut on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn and cut on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass80,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,349 miles
    Test number
    107129527273
    • AdvisoryDiesel particulate filter fitted (emissions clear)
  9. Fail80,349 miles (+450)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,349 miles
    Test number
    533844369849
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDiesel particulate filter fitted (emissions clear)
  10. Pass79,899 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,899 miles
    Test number
    643880285321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,554 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,554 miles
    Test number
    760000443486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,324 miles (+2,534)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,324 miles
    Test number
    194493853703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,790 miles (+2,788)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,790 miles
    Test number
    477611293709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Pass68,002 miles (+2,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,002 miles
    Test number
    369994645568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass65,230 miles (+4,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,230 miles
    Test number
    586575125156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass60,362 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    709648224130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Fail60,362 miles (+6,222)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    817568424115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Pass54,140 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    289653223437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,058 miles (+4,875)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,058 miles
    Test number
    437605613135
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  20. Pass49,183 miles (+9,936)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,183 miles
    Test number
    706135022101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass39,247 miles (+10,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,247 miles
    Test number
    659905181019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass28,412 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,412 miles
    Test number
    453323090032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,386 miles (+13,249)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,386 miles
    Test number
    253801890031
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass15,137 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,137 miles
    Test number
    113686799013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,262 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,262 miles
    Test number
    722548268125
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f side light bulb black. front tyres low on pressure.

Questions about K29 REC

Does K29 REC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 REC is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 REC?
The MOT on K29 REC is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 REC done?
K29 REC was recorded at 100,759 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 4,799 miles a year.
Has K29 REC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 REC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on K29 REC 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 K29 REC find?
K29 REC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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