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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Purple · Petrol · 2004 · 3,724 cc

L7 TADMOT history

L7 TAD is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 15 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
109,791 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TAD was last recorded at 109,791 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,752 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
5,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,791 miles
  • 2024 – 104,583 miles
  • 2022 – 97,043 miles
  • 2021 – 91,489 miles
  • 2019 – 82,774 miles
  • 2018 – 74,488 miles
  • 2017 – 66,445 miles
  • 2016 – 58,579 miles
  • 2015 – 50,371 miles
  • 2014 – 42,488 miles
  • 2013 – 36,315 miles
  • 2012 – 30,080 miles
  • 2011 – 22,948 miles
  • 2010 – 19,994 miles
  • 2009 – 16,095 miles
  • 2008 – 12,780 miles
  • 2007 – 8,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,791 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged dull (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front pad light on and sensor insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective centre x2 (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear both rear air suspension shock gaiters splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective both centre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear air suspension leg gaiter split open

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,791 miles (+39)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,791 miles
    Test number
    916201384385
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged dull (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front pad light on and sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective centre x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear air suspension shock gaiters split
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,752 miles (+5,169)1 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,752 miles
    Test number
    997038313678
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged dull (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front pad light on and sensor insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective centre x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear air suspension shock gaiters split
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,583 miles (+78)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,583 miles
    Test number
    739560442637
    • MinorRear Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective both centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear air suspension leg gaiter split open

  4. Fail104,505 miles (+7,462)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,505 miles
    Test number
    337361767348
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and bald,and worn down to 2nd layer inner (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective both centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear air suspension leg gaiter split open

  5. Pass97,043 miles (+5,554)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,043 miles
    Test number
    350975620447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,489 miles (+8,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,489 miles
    Test number
    733919791748
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,774 miles (+8,286)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,774 miles
    Test number
    692329856053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,488 miles (+8,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,488 miles
    Test number
    478936231948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,445 miles (+7,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    657111063709
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass58,579 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    178719379565
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber dust cover split

  11. Fail58,579 miles (+8,208)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    735766304526
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber dust cover split

  12. Pass50,371 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,371 miles
    Test number
    425549565113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,337 miles (+7,849)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,337 miles
    Test number
    757016365172
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass42,488 miles (+6,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,488 miles
    Test number
    806354674180
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass36,315 miles (+6,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,315 miles
    Test number
    588793473176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass30,080 miles (+7,132)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,080 miles
    Test number
    979725162152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,948 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,948 miles
    Test number
    677457431163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,994 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,994 miles
    Test number
    440683250118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,095 miles (+3,315)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,095 miles
    Test number
    464837449140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,780 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,780 miles
    Test number
    393582368177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    8,693 miles
    Test number
    780623067151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 TAD

Does L7 TAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 TAD expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 TAD?
The MOT on L7 TAD expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 TAD done?
L7 TAD was recorded at 109,791 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 5,707 miles a year.
Has L7 TAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TAD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 TAD 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 L7 TAD find?
L7 TAD passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged dull; rear window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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