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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 6,208 cc

L15 COWMOT history

L15 COW is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 62,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

L15 COW grey Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,547 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 COW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,208 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 COW was last recorded at 62,547 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,451 miles · 18 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
3,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,547 miles
  • 2024 – 62,324 miles
  • 2023 – 48,253 miles
  • 2022 – 39,881 miles
  • 2021 – 37,947 miles
  • 2020 – 37,221 miles
  • 2019 – 36,502 miles
  • 2018 – 35,196 miles
  • 2017 – 32,999 miles
  • 2016 – 29,129 miles
  • 2015 – 24,454 miles
  • 2014 – 16,568 miles
  • 2013 – 15,369 miles
  • 2012 – 14,820 miles
  • 2011 – 13,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,547 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,547 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    845449820367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail62,451 miles (+127)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,451 miles
    Test number
    182163843310
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery leads loose
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass62,324 miles (+14,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,324 miles
    Test number
    777332196430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass48,253 miles (+8,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,253 miles
    Test number
    164925772038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass39,881 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    39,881 miles
    Test number
    366580867863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,947 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,947 miles
    Test number
    183934791988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,221 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,221 miles
    Test number
    116627586301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,502 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,502 miles
    Test number
    762106890672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,196 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,196 miles
    Test number
    842728780877
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail35,185 miles (+2,186)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,185 miles
    Test number
    819171947391
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass32,999 miles (+3,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,999 miles
    Test number
    318258249192
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear wearing a little thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass29,129 miles (+4,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,129 miles
    Test number
    850322082932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass24,454 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    24,454 miles
    Test number
    631066069379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,414 miles (+7,846)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,414 miles
    Test number
    429599321844
    • 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)

  15. Pass16,568 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,568 miles
    Test number
    505535244203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,369 miles (+549)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    15,369 miles
    Test number
    397804533206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail14,820 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,820 miles
    Test number
    199903842290
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  18. Pass14,820 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    14,820 miles
    Test number
    906853742284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,451 miles
    Test number
    519413341238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 COW

Does L15 COW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 COW is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 COW?
The MOT on L15 COW is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 COW done?
L15 COW was recorded at 62,547 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 3,354 miles a year.
Has L15 COW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 COW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 COW 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 L15 COW find?
L15 COW passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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