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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 4,999 cc

LB04 FVWMOT history

LB04 FVW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 7 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
90,050 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 FVW was last recorded at 90,050 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Nov 2014: 55,720 miles, lower than 79,182 miles on 26 Nov 2013.

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
87,120 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,930 miles
Average per year
4,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,050 miles
  • 2024 – 87,120 miles
  • 2023 – 84,580 miles
  • 2022 – 81,767 miles
  • 2021 – 79,374 miles
  • 2020 – 78,500 miles
  • 2019 – 75,685 miles
  • 2018 – 72,126 miles
  • 2017 – 70,114 miles
  • 2015 – 62,931 miles
  • 2014 – 55,720 miles
  • 2013 – 79,182 miles
  • 2012 – 39,101 miles
  • 2011 – 27,112 miles
  • 2010 – 22,616 miles
  • 2009 – 21,310 miles
  • 2007 – 13,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,050 miles

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,050 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,050 miles
    Test number
    232310858277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,120 miles (+2,540)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    394378060758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass84,580 miles (+2,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    84,580 miles
    Test number
    491419398035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass81,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,767 miles
    Test number
    112116113982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,767 miles (+2,393)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,767 miles
    Test number
    625091471982
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass79,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,374 miles
    Test number
    175779737836
    • 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))
  7. Fail79,375 miles (+8)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    411188449923
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom of strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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. Fail79,367 miles (+867)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,367 miles
    Test number
    751963410871
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached arm that shock absorber secures to (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting testers full viewing of brake and fuel pipes
  9. Pass78,500 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,500 miles
    Test number
    239503612755
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail78,498 miles (+2,813)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,498 miles
    Test number
    748309459869
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass75,685 miles (+3,559)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,685 miles
    Test number
    913679850970
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass72,126 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,126 miles
    Test number
    770399823802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,114 miles
    Test number
    464382998944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,114 miles (+691)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,114 miles
    Test number
    153784420453
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  15. Pass69,423 miles (+6,492)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,423 miles
    Test number
    658124455392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,931 miles
    Test number
    488142027684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,930 miles (+7,210)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,930 miles
    Test number
    728378690569
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass55,720 miles (-23,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    915234524304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass79,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,182 miles
    Test number
    628020233396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,182 miles (+40,081)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,182 miles
    Test number
    135080433335
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass39,101 miles (+7,804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,101 miles
    Test number
    608078692275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,297 miles (+4,185)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,297 miles
    Test number
    465480442047
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteParking brake pedal anti slip rubber missing
  23. Pass27,112 miles (+4,496)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,112 miles
    Test number
    895873861207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,616 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,616 miles
    Test number
    510989640176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,310 miles (+8,181)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,310 miles
    Test number
    954963159175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass13,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,129 miles
    Test number
    440101657125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 FVW

Does LB04 FVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 FVW is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FVW?
The MOT on LB04 FVW is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 FVW done?
LB04 FVW was recorded at 90,050 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,165 miles a year.
Has LB04 FVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FVW has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 FVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 FVW find?
LB04 FVW passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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