Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 3,199 cc

R511 BAEMOT history

R511 BAE is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2023
Mileage
97,339 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,707 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for R511 BAE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
R511 BAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R511 BAE was last recorded at 97,339 miles on 2 Mar 2023, 8,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,307 miles · 11 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,032 miles
Average per year
1,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,339 miles
  • 2022 – 89,307 miles
  • 2021 – 88,982 miles
  • 2019 – 88,738 miles
  • 2018 – 86,428 miles
  • 2017 – 86,367 miles
  • 2014 – 85,991 miles
  • 2013 – 85,816 miles
  • 2012 – 85,710 miles
  • 2011 – 85,207 miles
  • 2010 – 84,858 miles
  • 2008 – 82,966 miles
  • 2007 – 80,494 miles
  • 2006 – 73,911 miles
  • 2005 – 67,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,339 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,339 miles (+8,032)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,339 miles
    Test number
    735076321992
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass89,307 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,307 miles
    Test number
    646867312991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail89,302 miles (+320)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,302 miles
    Test number
    188206213346
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  4. Pass88,982 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,982 miles
    Test number
    244390736446
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath slightly corroded

  5. Fail88,982 miles (+244)1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,982 miles
    Test number
    959527956870
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath slightly corroded

  6. Pass88,738 miles (+14)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,738 miles
    Test number
    887017754151
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath corrosion

  7. Fail88,724 miles (+2,296)1 dangerous2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,724 miles
    Test number
    628045813287
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath corrosion

  8. Pass86,428 miles (+61)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,428 miles
    Test number
    624079054982
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion all under car (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass86,367 miles (+376)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,367 miles
    Test number
    137843187006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,991 miles (+175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,991 miles
    Test number
    495487054163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass85,816 miles (+106)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,816 miles
    Test number
    205395653484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass85,710 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,710 miles
    Test number
    579648882083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSrs light stays on

  13. Fail85,710 miles (+503)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,710 miles
    Test number
    236328282020
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSrs light stays on

  14. Pass85,207 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,207 miles
    Test number
    319693361018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,858 miles (+1,892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,858 miles
    Test number
    704266830077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing outer edge

  16. Pass82,966 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    82,966 miles
    Test number
    900387258361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,494 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    803349037353
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass80,494 miles (+6,583)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    971509037393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,911 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    73,911 miles
    Test number
    220654706349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail73,910 miles (+6,181)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,910 miles
    Test number
    703284706384
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass67,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    67,729 miles
    Test number
    202071605380
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about R511 BAE

Does R511 BAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R511 BAE expired on 10 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R511 BAE?
The MOT on R511 BAE expired on 10 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R511 BAE done?
R511 BAE was recorded at 97,339 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2023, an average of 1,707 miles a year.
Has R511 BAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R511 BAE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on R511 BAE 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 R511 BAE find?
R511 BAE failed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; brake performance unable to be tested, and 7 more.

Related registrations

Browse all R511 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.