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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 4,966 cc

L8 PELMOT history

L8 PEL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 235,748 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
235,748 km
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,514 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 PEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 PEL was last recorded at 235,748 km on 8 Sept 2026, 15,079 km more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
220,669 km · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
15,079 km
Average per year
7,514 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 235,748 km
  • 2024 – 220,669 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,748 km
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device - O ring perishing but not classed as ineffective

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,748 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    235,748 km
    Test number
    943465888768
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device - O ring perishing but not classed as ineffective

  2. Pass141,135 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,135 miles
    Test number
    114499949828
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror repeater intermittently goes dim (LED)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm, worn close to cords on edges and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp washer inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 3mm and worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass220,669 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    220,669 km
    Test number
    224057906148
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass133,267 miles (+3,430)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,267 miles
    Test number
    605458963394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door and wing shows light corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 3mm and worn on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leak around engine and rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components show light corrosion, advise to monitor.

  5. Pass129,837 miles (+3,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,837 miles
    Test number
    567145297938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wear on the inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,892 miles (+385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,892 miles
    Test number
    111212074339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,507 miles (+9,395)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,507 miles
    Test number
    422513356993
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,112 miles (+17,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,112 miles
    Test number
    339479958243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass98,133 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    589398290708
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail98,133 miles (+13,866)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,133 miles
    Test number
    290397351515
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass84,267 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,267 miles
    Test number
    694397479385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  12. Fail84,211 miles (+12,678)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,211 miles
    Test number
    753356414192
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  13. Pass71,533 miles (+863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,533 miles
    Test number
    192294842568
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass70,670 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,670 miles
    Test number
    838007515278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail70,668 miles (+15,393)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    745526015218
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass55,275 miles (+5,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,275 miles
    Test number
    408368534425
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass49,804 miles (+18,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,804 miles
    Test number
    527830524286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass31,396 miles (+3,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,396 miles
    Test number
    288901663469
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,636 miles
    Test number
    528771372156
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail27,636 miles (+6,688)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,636 miles
    Test number
    738931372197
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass20,948 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,948 miles
    Test number
    363631500423
    • NoteN/s exhaust tailpipe damaged/blocked

  22. Fail20,948 miles (+2,709)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,948 miles
    Test number
    484911500228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s exhaust tailpipe damaged/blocked

  23. Pass18,239 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,239 miles
    Test number
    962817969177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,743 miles
    Test number
    562717478153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 PEL

Does L8 PEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 PEL is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 PEL?
The MOT on L8 PEL is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 PEL done?
L8 PEL was recorded at 235,748 km at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 7,514 km a year.
Has L8 PEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 PEL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on L8 PEL 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 L8 PEL find?
L8 PEL passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; fuel cap/sealing device - o ring perishing but not classed as ineffective.

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