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Mercedes-Benz E

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,996 cc

S118 TYCMOT history

S118 TYC is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

S118 TYC red Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2022
Mileage
116,750 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S118 TYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S118 TYC was last recorded at 116,750 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 1,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,785 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,965 miles
Average per year
3,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,750 miles
  • 2021 – 114,785 miles
  • 2020 – 109,329 miles
  • 2019 – 101,664 miles
  • 2018 – 98,504 miles
  • 2017 – 94,568 miles
  • 2016 – 92,724 miles
  • 2015 – 91,998 miles
  • 2013 – 90,900 miles
  • 2012 – 87,741 miles
  • 2011 – 83,903 miles
  • 2010 – 80,491 miles
  • 2009 – 77,416 miles
  • 2008 – 73,650 miles
  • 2007 – 68,756 miles
  • 2006 – 64,594 miles
  • 2005 – 57,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,750 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring Seat Corroded and Insecure (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Inner Wing to Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing To Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing to Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,750 miles (+1,965)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,750 miles
    Test number
    145135695210
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Spring Seat Corroded and Insecure (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Inner Wing to Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing To Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wing to Bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass114,785 miles (+5,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,785 miles
    Test number
    445143842690
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective bracket deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass109,329 miles (+7,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    109,329 miles
    Test number
    642332906603
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass101,664 miles (+3,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,664 miles
    Test number
    702853717532
    • AdvisoryEntire underside of the vehicle is heavily under sealed, unable to see the condition of multiple suspension components and brake pipes/ hoses.

  5. Pass98,504 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,504 miles
    Test number
    724456836414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,568 miles (+1,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    94,568 miles
    Test number
    116680157571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass92,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,724 miles
    Test number
    310299466806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,724 miles (+726)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,724 miles
    Test number
    408318359997
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass91,998 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,998 miles
    Test number
    448332425009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,900 miles (+3,159)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,900 miles
    Test number
    255533953280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass87,741 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    329478842281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail87,741 miles (+3,838)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    406488942221
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass83,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    257362451218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,903 miles (+3,412)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    765452751235
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass80,491 miles (+3,075)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,491 miles
    Test number
    751110550283
    • NoteN s r tyre slight lump on inner wall o s r low tread on inner wall

  16. Pass77,416 miles (+3,766)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,416 miles
    Test number
    523884759289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,650 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,650 miles
    Test number
    933906108232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,481 miles (+4,725)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,481 miles
    Test number
    180707898176
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass68,756 miles (+4,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,756 miles
    Test number
    632129517217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass64,594 miles (+6,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,594 miles
    Test number
    744550726213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass57,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    57,650 miles
    Test number
    610240025251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S118 TYC

Does S118 TYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S118 TYC expired on 29 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S118 TYC?
The MOT on S118 TYC expired on 29 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S118 TYC done?
S118 TYC was recorded at 116,750 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 3,449 miles a year.
Has S118 TYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S118 TYC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S118 TYC 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 S118 TYC find?
S118 TYC failed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring seat corroded and insecure; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front inner wing to chassis, and 3 more.

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