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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

KAT 778MOT history

KAT 778 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 30 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 233,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
233,502 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KAT 778
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

KAT 778 was last recorded at 233,502 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 2,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,147 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,355 miles
Average per year
9,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 233,502 miles
  • 2024 – 231,147 miles
  • 2023 – 224,965 miles
  • 2022 – 215,001 miles
  • 2021 – 209,137 miles
  • 2020 – 200,986 miles
  • 2019 – 189,359 miles
  • 2018 – 177,593 miles
  • 2017 – 155,447 miles
  • 2016 – 134,289 miles
  • 2015 – 115,599 miles
  • 2014 – 103,887 miles
  • 2013 – 102,445 miles
  • 2012 – 98,436 miles
  • 2011 – 93,816 miles
  • 2010 – 88,985 miles
  • 2009 – 84,362 miles
  • 2008 – 79,782 miles
  • 2007 – 71,667 miles
  • 2006 – 55,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,502 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,502 miles (+2,355)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    233,502 miles
    Test number
    725749407290
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass231,147 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    231,147 miles
    Test number
    975560265773
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail231,144 miles (+6,179)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,144 miles
    Test number
    454777758521
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass224,965 miles (+9,964)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    224,965 miles
    Test number
    298563207437
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass215,001 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    215,001 miles
    Test number
    489239942156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass209,137 miles (+8,151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    209,137 miles
    Test number
    928554585818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edge

  7. Pass200,986 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    200,986 miles
    Test number
    712589872539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail200,980 miles (+11,621)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,980 miles
    Test number
    164696729879
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn at front of axle pointing forward as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass189,359 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    189,359 miles
    Test number
    180453109379
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail189,357 miles (+11,764)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,357 miles
    Test number
    743418319916
    • DangerousFront Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested Lens affecting pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass177,593 miles (+22,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    177,593 miles
    Test number
    212763954571
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes foward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass155,447 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    155,447 miles
    Test number
    172133235852
    • 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)

  13. Fail155,447 miles (+21,158)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,447 miles
    Test number
    191420737697
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  14. Pass134,289 miles (+18,690)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    134,289 miles
    Test number
    451879708357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,599 miles (+11,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    115,599 miles
    Test number
    265950154665
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass103,887 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    103,887 miles
    Test number
    448152364225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail103,887 miles (+1,442)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,887 miles
    Test number
    708272264233
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass102,445 miles (+4,009)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,445 miles
    Test number
    319327213447
    • NoteN/s rear tyre tread area worn on legal limit 1.6mm at time of test allso small split in tread area legal at time of test but suggest change to avoid possible blow out
    • NoteO/s rear tyre tread area worn close to legal limit eg 2mm legal limit 1.6mm allso tread area to sidewall starting to split legal at time of test suggest change

  19. Pass98,436 miles (+4,620)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,436 miles
    Test number
    489449102287
    • 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)
    • NoteSRS light illuminated

  20. Pass93,816 miles (+4,831)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    93,816 miles
    Test number
    975887111243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,985 miles (+4,623)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,985 miles
    Test number
    251297210270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,362 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,362 miles
    Test number
    454058799102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,782 miles (+8,115)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,782 miles
    Test number
    430437218200
    • NoteFront screen wiper blade smearing screen

  24. Pass71,667 miles (+16,448)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    71,667 miles
    Test number
    711035947177
    • 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)
    • NoteAdvise check tyre pressures.

  25. Pass55,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    55,219 miles
    Test number
    563531656130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,214 miles2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,214 miles
    Test number
    991861556109
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise front brake disc wear.
    • NoteAdvise rear number plate discolouring.
    • NoteAdvise replace nearside door mirror.

Questions about KAT 778

What vehicle is registration KAT 778 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KAT 778 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 30 May 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 KAT 778 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on KAT 778 is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on KAT 778?
The MOT on KAT 778 is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has KAT 778 done?
KAT 778 was recorded at 233,502 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 9,185 miles a year.
Has KAT 778 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KAT 778 has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on KAT 778 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 KAT 778 find?
KAT 778 passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre stonechipped; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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