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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

S22 KAXMOT history

S22 KAX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2025.

S22 KAX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2025
Mileage
134,147 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S22 KAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S22 KAX was last recorded at 134,147 miles on 10 May 2025, 4,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,865 miles · 23 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,282 miles
Average per year
6,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,147 miles
  • 2024 – 129,865 miles
  • 2023 – 123,669 miles
  • 2022 – 117,388 miles
  • 2021 – 111,722 miles
  • 2020 – 105,076 miles
  • 2019 – 99,718 miles
  • 2018 – 94,165 miles
  • 2017 – 86,879 miles
  • 2016 – 82,440 miles
  • 2015 – 74,419 miles
  • 2014 – 63,586 miles
  • 2013 – 59,728 miles
  • 2012 – 56,154 miles
  • 2010 – 49,976 miles
  • 2009 – 42,200 miles
  • 2008 – 34,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,147 miles
  • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,147 miles (+4,282)1 dangerous16 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,147 miles
    Test number
    887530647598
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass129,865 miles (+6,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    129,865 miles
    Test number
    417230017746
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass123,669 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,669 miles
    Test number
    940493802568
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail123,664 miles (+6,276)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,664 miles
    Test number
    224220752910
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn towards front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  5. Pass117,388 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,388 miles
    Test number
    368251707557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,387 miles (+5,665)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,387 miles
    Test number
    161864987015
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,722 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,722 miles
    Test number
    692417803769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail111,720 miles (+6,644)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,720 miles
    Test number
    712715200326
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass105,076 miles (+5,358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,076 miles
    Test number
    425335381910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,718 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,718 miles
    Test number
    806671810889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail99,716 miles (+5,551)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,716 miles
    Test number
    437399602627
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass94,165 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,165 miles
    Test number
    121693909549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,164 miles (+7,285)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,164 miles
    Test number
    175039282270
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass86,879 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,879 miles
    Test number
    578439455950
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  15. Fail86,879 miles (+4,439)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,879 miles
    Test number
    660179459003
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  16. Pass82,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,440 miles
    Test number
    366613563634
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail82,440 miles (+8,021)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,440 miles
    Test number
    157027396097
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass74,419 miles (+10,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    735500655055
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass63,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    677579444067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,586 miles (+3,858)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    188308644491
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust mount corroded and insecure

  21. Pass59,728 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,728 miles
    Test number
    178740553000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,154 miles (+6,178)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,154 miles
    Test number
    389578852111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,976 miles
    Test number
    291291220318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,976 miles (+7,776)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,976 miles
    Test number
    832791620374
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass42,200 miles (+8,200)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,200 miles
    Test number
    134607539329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,000 miles
    Test number
    241691638349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S22 KAX

Does S22 KAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S22 KAX expired on 7 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S22 KAX?
The MOT on S22 KAX expired on 7 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S22 KAX done?
S22 KAX was recorded at 134,147 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2025, an average of 6,087 miles a year.
Has S22 KAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S22 KAX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2025.
Has the mileage on S22 KAX 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 S22 KAX find?
S22 KAX failed its latest MOT on 10 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 16 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: undertray likely to become detached; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 21 more.

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