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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

L22 DEVMOT history

L22 DEV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 78,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

L22 DEV black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,510 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 DEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 DEV was last recorded at 78,510 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 7,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,177 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,333 miles
Average per year
4,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,510 miles
  • 2025 – 71,177 miles
  • 2024 – 65,906 miles
  • 2023 – 61,199 miles
  • 2022 – 54,972 miles
  • 2021 – 48,985 miles
  • 2020 – 46,247 miles
  • 2019 – 41,112 miles
  • 2018 – 36,700 miles
  • 2017 – 32,397 miles
  • 2016 – 27,079 miles
  • 2015 – 27,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,510 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,510 miles
    Test number
    994434393929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,510 miles (+7,333)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,510 miles
    Test number
    115642649273
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  3. Pass71,177 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    71,177 miles
    Test number
    581152963947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail71,175 miles (+5,269)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,175 miles
    Test number
    476889107730
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass65,906 miles (+4,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,906 miles
    Test number
    137272879084
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass61,199 miles (+6,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,199 miles
    Test number
    997963635645
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn unevenly O/s + N/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm with shock mounted O/s + N/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass54,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    993924040963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm with shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail54,972 miles (+5,987)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    826133340952
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm with shock mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,985 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    48,985 miles
    Test number
    609829299909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,973 miles (+2,726)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,973 miles
    Test number
    923201073173
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  11. Pass46,247 miles (+5,135)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,247 miles
    Test number
    421640931514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,112 miles (+4,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,112 miles
    Test number
    255206353269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass36,700 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,700 miles
    Test number
    808675672467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,397 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,397 miles
    Test number
    501593763681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,079 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    27,079 miles
    Test number
    877858909180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,070 miles
    Test number
    878126309066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 DEV

Does L22 DEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 DEV is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 DEV?
The MOT on L22 DEV is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 DEV done?
L22 DEV was recorded at 78,510 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,918 miles a year.
Has L22 DEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 DEV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 DEV 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 L22 DEV find?
L22 DEV passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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