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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LX08 WFSMOT history

LX08 WFS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,813 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 WFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 WFS was last recorded at 124,813 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 20,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,667 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
20,146 miles
Average per year
5,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,813 miles
  • 2025 – 104,667 miles
  • 2023 – 93,027 miles
  • 2022 – 87,969 miles
  • 2021 – 86,513 miles
  • 2020 – 85,355 miles
  • 2019 – 83,907 miles
  • 2018 – 79,751 miles
  • 2017 – 75,532 miles
  • 2016 – 72,768 miles
  • 2015 – 70,912 miles
  • 2014 – 68,981 miles
  • 2013 – 58,901 miles
  • 2012 – 53,113 miles
  • 2011 – 46,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,813 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,813 miles (+20,146)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,813 miles
    Test number
    776275535083
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,667 miles (+11,640)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,667 miles
    Test number
    922895262081
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass93,027 miles (+5,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    93,027 miles
    Test number
    592200242958
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,969 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,969 miles
    Test number
    220288289803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,513 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    86,513 miles
    Test number
    242977150092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,355 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,355 miles
    Test number
    479052717888
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail85,350 miles (+1,443)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,350 miles
    Test number
    695080752396
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,907 miles
    Test number
    735605629085
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaks

  9. Fail83,905 miles (+4,154)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,905 miles
    Test number
    780428101104
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass79,751 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    402431058979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    112398945840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail75,532 miles (+2,764)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    533416594143
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass72,768 miles (+1,856)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,768 miles
    Test number
    114583929655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,912 miles
    Test number
    957638223085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,911 miles (+1,930)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,911 miles
    Test number
    976048841317
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Fail68,981 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,981 miles
    Test number
    479107834496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass68,981 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,981 miles
    Test number
    485207834489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,970 miles (+6,069)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,970 miles
    Test number
    648007474060
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front steering gaters damp
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking and spliting

  19. Pass58,901 miles (+5,788)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,901 miles
    Test number
    965172793034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteCat rattering

  20. Fail53,113 miles1 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    436804772063
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front side light dim
    • NoteWipers worn

  21. Pass53,113 miles (+6,305)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    787574172084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front side light dim
    • NoteWipers worn

  22. Pass46,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,808 miles
    Test number
    728834061085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 WFS

Does LX08 WFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX08 WFS is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX08 WFS?
The MOT on LX08 WFS is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX08 WFS done?
LX08 WFS was recorded at 124,813 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 5,257 miles a year.
Has LX08 WFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 WFS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LX08 WFS 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 LX08 WFS find?
LX08 WFS passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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