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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

LS12 SMVMOT history

LS12 SMV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 21 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 184,438 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LS12 SMV black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
184,438 km
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,411 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 SMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 SMV was last recorded at 184,438 km on 3 Jan 2026, 6,081 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
178,357 km · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,081 km
Average per year
5,411 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,438 km
  • 2025 – 178,357 km
  • 2024 – 173,654 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,438 km

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 Front worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,438 km (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    184,438 km
    Test number
    549478051142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass178,357 km (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    178,357 km
    Test number
    898793142322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass173,654 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    173,654 km
    Test number
    199029843728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,471 miles (+8,642)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,471 miles
    Test number
    605994442913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,829 miles
    Test number
    714070469132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,829 miles (+10,197)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,829 miles
    Test number
    873619113881
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm with shock/suspension attachment (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,632 miles (+15,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,632 miles
    Test number
    371073144761
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass64,480 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,480 miles
    Test number
    831350405025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail64,474 miles (+17,102)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,474 miles
    Test number
    446674442096
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLip to front discs

  10. Pass47,372 miles (+12,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,372 miles
    Test number
    411677029658
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryN/s parking brake performance slightly down

  11. Pass34,693 miles (+171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,693 miles
    Test number
    445446588002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on outer edge

  12. Fail34,522 miles (+7,795)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,522 miles
    Test number
    405477022234
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on outer edge

  13. Pass26,727 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    26,727 miles
    Test number
    802715195516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,024 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,024 miles
    Test number
    626352685090
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 SMV

Does LS12 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 SMV is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 SMV?
The MOT on LS12 SMV is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 SMV done?
LS12 SMV was recorded at 184,438 km at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 5,411 km a year.
Has LS12 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 SMV has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS12 SMV 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 LS12 SMV find?
LS12 SMV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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