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Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 3,222 cc

L40 XOXMOT history

L40 XOX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 26 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

L40 XOX silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
108,977 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 XOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 XOX was last recorded at 108,977 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 1,434 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jul 2021: 94,351 miles, lower than 97,816 miles on 21 Jul 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,543 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,434 miles
Average per year
4,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,977 miles
  • 2025 – 107,543 miles
  • 2024 – 104,712 miles
  • 2023 – 97,776 miles
  • 2022 – 96,128 miles
  • 2021 – 94,351 miles
  • 2020 – 97,816 miles
  • 2019 – 90,408 miles
  • 2018 – 88,620 miles
  • 2017 – 84,932 miles
  • 2016 – 83,072 miles
  • 2015 – 79,945 miles
  • 2014 – 75,942 miles
  • 2013 – 67,779 miles
  • 2012 – 60,062 miles
  • 2011 – 52,612 miles
  • 2010 – 46,475 miles
  • 2009 – 35,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,977 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust joint clamps badly corroded and cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,977 miles (+1,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    108,977 miles
    Test number
    312726944453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,543 miles (+53)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,543 miles
    Test number
    125267888999
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail107,490 miles (+62)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,490 miles
    Test number
    576526949670
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting at jacking point-corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin indicated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively NSR and OSR (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail107,428 miles (+2,716)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,428 miles
    Test number
    590131731950
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamps corroded and breaking up but exhaust secure
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted

  5. Pass104,712 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    104,712 miles
    Test number
    293170202879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint clamps badly corroded and cracked

  6. Fail104,642 miles (+6,866)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,642 miles
    Test number
    153420394034
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint clamps badly corroded and cracked

  7. Pass97,776 miles (+1,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    220873087885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass96,128 miles (+1,777)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,128 miles
    Test number
    810357033817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,351 miles
    Test number
    822374514336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,351 miles (-3,465)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,351 miles
    Test number
    945168337347
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,816 miles (+7,408)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    149018600814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,408 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,408 miles
    Test number
    730225991927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,620 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,620 miles
    Test number
    799936713617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,932 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,932 miles
    Test number
    740310400081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,072 miles (+481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,072 miles
    Test number
    859612860225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass82,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,591 miles
    Test number
    697620811985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,579 miles (+2,634)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,579 miles
    Test number
    324290890300
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass79,945 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,945 miles
    Test number
    888121715106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,942 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    75,942 miles
    Test number
    545917004180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,779 miles (+7,717)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,779 miles
    Test number
    275643713484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth indicator side repeater lens water ingress
    • NoteImmissions running to lean to obtain a reading

  21. Pass60,062 miles (+7,450)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,062 miles
    Test number
    476768102164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteO/s/r indicator slightly dim & slightly discoloured
    • NoteSlight scrape at o/s/r wheel arch
    • NoteSmall stonechips in centre of windscreen

  22. Pass52,612 miles (+6,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    618402301160
    • NoteNearside front brake disc vent holes blocked on inner face

  23. Pass46,475 miles (+11,365)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,475 miles
    Test number
    113240810176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,110 miles
    Test number
    490184019109
    • 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)

Questions about L40 XOX

Does L40 XOX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 XOX is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 XOX?
The MOT on L40 XOX is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 XOX done?
L40 XOX was recorded at 108,977 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 4,264 miles a year.
Has L40 XOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 XOX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 XOX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L40 XOX find?
L40 XOX passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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