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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,987 cc

S3 FYAMOT history

S3 FYA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 13 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 72,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

S3 FYA black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
72,612 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 FYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 FYA was last recorded at 72,612 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,045 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
567 miles
Average per year
4,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,612 miles
  • 2025 – 72,045 miles
  • 2024 – 71,501 miles
  • 2023 – 69,419 miles
  • 2022 – 66,967 miles
  • 2021 – 59,616 miles
  • 2020 – 48,615 miles
  • 2019 – 38,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,612 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 Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35 20

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 25 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,612 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    72,612 miles
    Test number
    853017490919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,045 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    72,045 miles
    Test number
    838934935505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,501 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,501 miles
    Test number
    567122361928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,419 miles (+2,452)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    69,419 miles
    Test number
    949623911792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,967 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,967 miles
    Test number
    989904408919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrays fitted not allowing full inspection.
  6. Fail66,938 miles (+7,322)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,938 miles
    Test number
    309324628140
    • DangerousRear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Change disks. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wait for light. Change disks with pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrays fitted not allowing full inspection.
  7. Pass59,616 miles (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,616 miles
    Test number
    100409930026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35 20 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail59,422 miles (+10,807)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,422 miles
    Test number
    869694552277
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/35 20 (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass48,615 miles (+10,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,615 miles
    Test number
    900850265254
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass38,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,038 miles
    Test number
    866212503470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 FYA

Does S3 FYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 FYA is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 FYA?
The MOT on S3 FYA is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 FYA done?
S3 FYA was recorded at 72,612 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 4,616 miles a year.
Has S3 FYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 FYA has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 FYA 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 FYA find?
S3 FYA passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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