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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

L13 KETMOT history

L13 KET is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 112,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
112,239 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 KET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 KET was last recorded at 112,239 miles on 19 Oct 2024, 1,402 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
110,837 miles · 5 Feb 2019
Between the last two tests
1,402 miles
Average per year
4,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,239 miles
  • 2019 – 110,837 miles
  • 2017 – 106,818 miles
  • 2016 – 98,651 miles
  • 2015 – 94,981 miles
  • 2014 – 88,240 miles
  • 2013 – 83,687 miles
  • 2012 – 73,635 miles
  • 2011 – 64,476 miles
  • 2009 – 53,133 miles
  • 2008 – 45,680 miles
  • 2007 – 37,810 miles
  • 2006 – 31,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,239 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
  • AdvisorySlight play in front joints

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,239 miles (+1,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,239 miles
    Test number
    104031459515
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in front joints

  2. Pass110,837 miles (+4,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,837 miles
    Test number
    105216475922
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

  3. Pass106,818 miles (+8,167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,818 miles
    Test number
    679524521045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,651 miles (+3,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,651 miles
    Test number
    699106583450
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front o/s n/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  5. Pass94,981 miles (+6,741)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    94,981 miles
    Test number
    327165605115
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush offside nearside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside nearside (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass88,240 miles (+4,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,240 miles
    Test number
    757254344234
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass83,687 miles (+10,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    869152443110
    • 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)

  8. Pass73,635 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    73,635 miles
    Test number
    209708212423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail73,635 miles (+9,159)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,635 miles
    Test number
    419528412170
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass64,476 miles (+11,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,476 miles
    Test number
    339600121157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass53,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,133 miles
    Test number
    251121159380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,133 miles (+7,453)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,133 miles
    Test number
    924571359393
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  13. Pass45,680 miles (+7,870)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,680 miles
    Test number
    302556838390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,810 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,810 miles
    Test number
    380378637304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,769 miles
    Test number
    894226386224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 KET

Does L13 KET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 KET expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 KET?
The MOT on L13 KET expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 KET done?
L13 KET was recorded at 112,239 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2024, an average of 4,466 miles a year.
Has L13 KET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 KET has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on L13 KET 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 L13 KET find?
L13 KET passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear; general corrosion; slight play in front joints.

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