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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S17 LAHMOT history

S17 LAH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 63,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
63,729 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 LAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 LAH was last recorded at 63,729 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,728 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,729 miles
  • 2025 – 62,643 miles
  • 2021 – 61,359 miles
  • 2020 – 54,098 miles
  • 2019 – 49,680 miles
  • 2018 – 43,868 miles
  • 2017 – 40,276 miles
  • 2016 – 39,300 miles
  • 2015 – 37,562 miles
  • 2014 – 34,313 miles
  • 2013 – 30,689 miles
  • 2012 – 22,474 miles
  • 2011 – 17,215 miles
  • 2010 – 14,705 miles
  • 2007 – 14,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,729 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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 Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,729 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    627598122538
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail63,728 miles (+1,085)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,728 miles
    Test number
    616456623416
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass62,643 miles (+1,284)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    62,643 miles
    Test number
    947581770161
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass61,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,359 miles
    Test number
    567522547658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail61,358 miles (+7,260)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    122284489507
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both side (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,098 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,098 miles
    Test number
    966078081953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail54,095 miles (+4,415)5 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,095 miles
    Test number
    184333715339
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides. (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass49,680 miles (+5,812)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,680 miles
    Test number
    908197161112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass43,868 miles (+3,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    43,868 miles
    Test number
    495458350771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass40,276 miles (+976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,276 miles
    Test number
    568190939288
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass39,300 miles (+1,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,300 miles
    Test number
    466638293685
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass37,562 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,562 miles
    Test number
    147722985160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,313 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,313 miles
    Test number
    277395154454
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass34,313 miles (+3,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,313 miles
    Test number
    389295754121
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass30,689 miles (+8,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,689 miles
    Test number
    785527573157
    • 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)

  16. Pass22,474 miles (+5,259)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,474 miles
    Test number
    448733472178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,215 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,215 miles
    Test number
    236449981064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,705 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,705 miles
    Test number
    794780700183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,685 miles
    Test number
    551358727117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 LAH

Does S17 LAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 LAH is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 LAH?
The MOT on S17 LAH is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 LAH done?
S17 LAH was recorded at 63,729 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 2,565 miles a year.
Has S17 LAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 LAH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 LAH 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 S17 LAH find?
S17 LAH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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