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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

S3 BVLMOT history

S3 BVL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 4 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

S3 BVL silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,709 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BVL was last recorded at 94,709 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,699 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,709 miles
  • 2024 – 88,504 miles
  • 2023 – 82,360 miles
  • 2021 – 69,605 miles
  • 2020 – 67,242 miles
  • 2019 – 64,508 miles
  • 2018 – 62,267 miles
  • 2017 – 59,722 miles
  • 2016 – 55,972 miles
  • 2015 – 51,652 miles
  • 2014 – 41,431 miles
  • 2013 – 31,643 miles
  • 2012 – 23,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,709 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,709 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,709 miles
    Test number
    523431097356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,699 miles (+6,195)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,699 miles
    Test number
    544269945404
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass88,504 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,504 miles
    Test number
    767413261209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail88,500 miles (+6,140)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,500 miles
    Test number
    146824259634
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass82,360 miles (+12,755)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,360 miles
    Test number
    181674465499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,605 miles (+2,363)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,605 miles
    Test number
    790444661568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to test
    • AdvisoryEngine + under body covers fitted

  7. Pass67,242 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,242 miles
    Test number
    355739618432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail67,242 miles (+2,734)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,242 miles
    Test number
    702103960828
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt torque arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,508 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    849966233156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail64,508 miles (+2,241)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    811048891532
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass62,267 miles (+2,545)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,267 miles
    Test number
    394174411000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass59,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    638277517699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,722 miles (+3,750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    766823049663
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass55,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,972 miles
    Test number
    975881876502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,972 miles (+67)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,972 miles
    Test number
    699362249105
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass55,905 miles (+4,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,905 miles
    Test number
    221140462581
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted not allowing full inspection of under components

  17. Pass51,652 miles (+10,221)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    177475815210
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass41,431 miles (+9,788)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    237053014283
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm

  19. Pass31,643 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,643 miles
    Test number
    735664713251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail31,643 miles (+8,381)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,643 miles
    Test number
    485514813205
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass23,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,262 miles
    Test number
    517594512276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 BVL

Does S3 BVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BVL is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BVL?
The MOT on S3 BVL is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BVL done?
S3 BVL was recorded at 94,709 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 5,233 miles a year.
Has S3 BVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BVL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 BVL 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 S3 BVL find?
S3 BVL passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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