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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,968 cc

L4 KDNMOT history

L4 KDN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 75,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,218 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 KDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 KDN was last recorded at 75,218 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 1,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,605 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,613 miles
Average per year
3,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,218 miles
  • 2023 – 73,605 miles
  • 2022 – 73,573 miles
  • 2021 – 72,915 miles
  • 2020 – 70,953 miles
  • 2019 – 70,341 miles
  • 2018 – 70,022 miles
  • 2017 – 66,555 miles
  • 2016 – 61,830 miles
  • 2015 – 53,482 miles
  • 2014 – 44,061 miles
  • 2013 – 37,627 miles
  • 2011 – 27,245 miles
  • 2010 – 24,860 miles
  • 2009 – 23,100 miles
  • 2008 – 20,674 miles
  • 2007 – 17,876 miles
  • 2006 – 16,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,218 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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,218 miles
    Test number
    417230544598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail75,218 miles (+1,613)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,218 miles
    Test number
    818809313993
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass73,605 miles (+32)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,605 miles
    Test number
    856133035622
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt mechanism slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass73,573 miles (+658)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,573 miles
    Test number
    321925627917
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Non-obligatory stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass72,915 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,915 miles
    Test number
    424342591479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail72,907 miles (+1,954)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,907 miles
    Test number
    812695022654
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outter (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass70,953 miles (+612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,953 miles
    Test number
    604488432177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass70,341 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,341 miles
    Test number
    335472549161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,022 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,022 miles
    Test number
    233319543605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,555 miles (+4,725)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,555 miles
    Test number
    380148113041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,830 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    61,830 miles
    Test number
    577304658104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,482 miles (+9,421)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    572709013815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,061 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    44,061 miles
    Test number
    607597134309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    615219033396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,627 miles (+7,541)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    569549533364
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass30,086 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,086 miles
    Test number
    967874163010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    30,065 miles
    Test number
    157157333483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,065 miles (+2,820)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,065 miles
    Test number
    235635033080
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteFull engine & under body covers fitted.

  19. Pass27,245 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,245 miles
    Test number
    837745411385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,860 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    24,860 miles
    Test number
    651774040363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,100 miles (+2,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,100 miles
    Test number
    412327009381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass20,674 miles (+2,798)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    191209608370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,876 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,876 miles
    Test number
    651642607346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,042 miles
    Test number
    841657996261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 KDN

Does L4 KDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 KDN is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 KDN?
The MOT on L4 KDN is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 KDN done?
L4 KDN was recorded at 75,218 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,079 miles a year.
Has L4 KDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 KDN has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 KDN 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 L4 KDN find?
L4 KDN passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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