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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

S12 SAHMOT history

S12 SAH is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

S12 SAH silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
104,800 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 SAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 SAH was last recorded at 104,800 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 3,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,803 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,997 miles
Average per year
5,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,800 miles
  • 2025 – 100,803 miles
  • 2024 – 97,895 miles
  • 2023 – 94,993 miles
  • 2022 – 91,931 miles
  • 2021 – 87,555 miles
  • 2020 – 83,135 miles
  • 2019 – 77,920 miles
  • 2018 – 70,369 miles
  • 2017 – 63,328 miles
  • 2016 – 55,140 miles
  • 2015 – 44,831 miles
  • 2014 – 36,769 miles
  • 2013 – 32,134 miles
  • 2012 – 27,499 miles
  • 2011 – 23,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,800 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    104,800 miles
    Test number
    417332436007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,799 miles (+3,996)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,799 miles
    Test number
    684778636957
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm markings (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyre worn 2 second canvas and close too cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass100,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,803 miles
    Test number
    288746635294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,802 miles (+2,907)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,802 miles
    Test number
    661506165297
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear press in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass97,895 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,895 miles
    Test number
    624968173501
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. Fail97,893 miles (+2,900)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    475499829252
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessively high smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. Pass94,993 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,993 miles
    Test number
    525220630713
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail94,993 miles (+3,062)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,993 miles
    Test number
    198049209291
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass91,931 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,931 miles
    Test number
    410999445261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Fail91,930 miles (+4,375)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    715305788396
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass87,555 miles (+4,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,555 miles
    Test number
    455081446003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass83,135 miles (+5,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,135 miles
    Test number
    324443969341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass77,920 miles (+7,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    467859610471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wearing. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass70,369 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,369 miles
    Test number
    109200937456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,350 miles (+7,022)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,350 miles
    Test number
    241721959295
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Pass63,328 miles (+288)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,328 miles
    Test number
    173205518291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  17. Fail63,040 miles (+7,900)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,040 miles
    Test number
    898338428380
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass55,140 miles (+10,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    793405446206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,831 miles (+8,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,831 miles
    Test number
    409079542291
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  20. Pass36,769 miles (+87)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,769 miles
    Test number
    986807934374
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail36,682 miles (+4,548)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,682 miles
    Test number
    357662034370
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass32,134 miles (+4,635)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,134 miles
    Test number
    428203533417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,499 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    27,499 miles
    Test number
    427263532374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,626 miles
    Test number
    388922431332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 SAH

Does S12 SAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 SAH is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 SAH?
The MOT on S12 SAH is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 SAH done?
S12 SAH was recorded at 104,800 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,476 miles a year.
Has S12 SAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 SAH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 SAH 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 S12 SAH find?
S12 SAH passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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