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Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

S12 VSLMOT history

S12 VSL is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 28,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

S12 VSL grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
28,957 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 VSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
16 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 VSL was last recorded at 28,957 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,953 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,957 miles
  • 2025 – 26,375 miles
  • 2024 – 23,909 miles
  • 2023 – 20,199 miles
  • 2022 – 15,886 miles
  • 2021 – 11,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,957 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 headlamp top bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Jul 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,957 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    28,957 miles
    Test number
    384214273264
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail28,953 miles (+2,578)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,953 miles
    Test number
    449169898817
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass26,375 miles (+2,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    26,375 miles
    Test number
    431505823573
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass23,909 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    23,909 miles
    Test number
    627194791347
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp top bracket broken
  5. Fail23,908 miles (+3,709)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,908 miles
    Test number
    399253765380
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp top bracket broken
  6. Pass20,199 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    20,199 miles
    Test number
    845930907656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail20,171 miles (+4,285)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,171 miles
    Test number
    519958857704
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass15,886 miles (+4,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    15,886 miles
    Test number
    930201106745
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass11,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    11,088 miles
    Test number
    126351289104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail11,088 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,088 miles
    Test number
    996666848714
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about S12 VSL

Does S12 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 VSL is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 VSL?
The MOT on S12 VSL is valid until 4 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 VSL done?
S12 VSL was recorded at 28,957 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 3,450 miles a year.
Has S12 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 VSL has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 VSL 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 VSL find?
S12 VSL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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