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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,799 cc

R511 WLOMOT history

R511 WLO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 14 May 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 86,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
86,186 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R511 WLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 May 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R511 WLO was last recorded at 86,186 miles on 2 Jul 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jul 2006: 20,524 miles, lower than 59,322 miles on 19 Dec 2005.

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
86,180 miles · 28 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,186 miles
  • 2019 – 82,523 miles
  • 2018 – 80,289 miles
  • 2017 – 78,041 miles
  • 2015 – 77,983 miles
  • 2014 – 77,114 miles
  • 2013 – 74,446 miles
  • 2012 – 71,903 miles
  • 2010 – 69,062 miles
  • 2009 – 66,731 miles
  • 2007 – 64,706 miles
  • 2006 – 61,869 miles
  • 2005 – 59,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,186 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,186 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,186 miles
    Test number
    185805092987
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail86,180 miles (+3,657)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,180 miles
    Test number
    389647850466
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass82,523 miles (+2,234)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    444022983064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass80,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,289 miles
    Test number
    563400977575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail80,289 miles (+2,248)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,289 miles
    Test number
    102579774455
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,041 miles
    Test number
    910868765978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,041 miles (+58)7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,041 miles
    Test number
    124737568735
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

  8. Pass77,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,983 miles
    Test number
    109492025208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,983 miles (+869)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,983 miles
    Test number
    149492025271
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass77,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    386013564237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,114 miles (+2,668)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    668253864273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass74,446 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,446 miles
    Test number
    696170553271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,903 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    239111662076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  14. Pass71,903 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    408051162070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,062 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,062 miles
    Test number
    983689000238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,731 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    66,731 miles
    Test number
    180983039096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,706 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,706 miles
    Test number
    393780217370
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass64,706 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    64,706 miles
    Test number
    714570717331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,869 miles
    Test number
    851978026365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,869 miles (+41,345)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,869 miles
    Test number
    812418226365
    • FailureFront coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass20,524 miles (-38,798)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,524 miles
    Test number
    583919406292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    59,322 miles
    Test number
    251323155340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R511 WLO

Does R511 WLO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R511 WLO expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R511 WLO?
The MOT on R511 WLO expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R511 WLO done?
R511 WLO was recorded at 86,186 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2022, an average of 1,625 miles a year.
Has R511 WLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R511 WLO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on R511 WLO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jul 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R511 WLO find?
R511 WLO passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front all direction indicators slightly discoloured; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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