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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

S3 EJYMOT history

S3 EJY is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 26 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

S3 EJY silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
119,112 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 EJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 EJY was last recorded at 119,112 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,112 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,112 miles
  • 2025 – 116,821 miles
  • 2024 – 113,558 miles
  • 2023 – 109,989 miles
  • 2022 – 105,569 miles
  • 2021 – 101,990 miles
  • 2019 – 98,967 miles
  • 2018 – 96,132 miles
  • 2017 – 91,120 miles
  • 2016 – 83,295 miles
  • 2015 – 72,710 miles
  • 2014 – 60,649 miles
  • 2013 – 49,346 miles
  • 2012 – 47,262 miles
  • 2011 – 36,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,112 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,112 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    119,112 miles
    Test number
    309417064596
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,112 miles (+2,291)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,112 miles
    Test number
    814210740199
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened x3 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,821 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    116,821 miles
    Test number
    286268605500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,558 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    113,558 miles
    Test number
    324761467640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,989 miles
    Test number
    131736296060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,989 miles (+4,420)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,989 miles
    Test number
    691323966001
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass105,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    105,569 miles
    Test number
    583118303833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,569 miles (+3,579)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,569 miles
    Test number
    297260133511
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass101,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,990 miles
    Test number
    983856718881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,990 miles (+3,023)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,990 miles
    Test number
    774885729573
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass98,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,967 miles
    Test number
    371645070298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail98,966 miles (+2,834)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,966 miles
    Test number
    399323343913
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass96,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    196017652650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail96,132 miles (+5,012)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    412223129471
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass91,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    91,120 miles
    Test number
    456854222945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail91,120 miles (+7,825)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,120 miles
    Test number
    461980002220
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass83,295 miles (+10,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,295 miles
    Test number
    289895583263
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass72,710 miles (+12,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,710 miles
    Test number
    669870085186
    • 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)

  19. Pass60,649 miles (+11,303)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,649 miles
    Test number
    956701384113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,346 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,346 miles
    Test number
    268374813040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,262 miles (+10,984)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,262 miles
    Test number
    306206702228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,278 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,278 miles
    Test number
    255714121224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,606 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,606 miles
    Test number
    348755111467
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S3 EJY

Does S3 EJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 EJY is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 EJY?
The MOT on S3 EJY is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 EJY done?
S3 EJY was recorded at 119,112 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 5,644 miles a year.
Has S3 EJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 EJY has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 EJY 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 EJY find?
S3 EJY passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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