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Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

S3 TGWMOT history

S3 TGW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,014 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TGW was last recorded at 106,014 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,013 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,014 miles
  • 2025 – 104,320 miles
  • 2024 – 102,236 miles
  • 2023 – 99,254 miles
  • 2022 – 96,221 miles
  • 2021 – 94,475 miles
  • 2020 – 88,037 miles
  • 2019 – 82,130 miles
  • 2018 – 76,456 miles
  • 2017 – 73,901 miles
  • 2016 – 70,307 miles
  • 2015 – 66,130 miles
  • 2014 – 59,417 miles
  • 2013 – 50,574 miles
  • 2012 – 42,256 miles
  • 2011 – 32,809 miles
  • 2010 – 24,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,014 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,014 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,014 miles
    Test number
    437618190681
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,013 miles (+1,693)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,013 miles
    Test number
    698184364795
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,320 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,320 miles
    Test number
    106302153377
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail104,318 miles (+2,082)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,318 miles
    Test number
    308428924150
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,236 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,236 miles
    Test number
    113740508771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,254 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,254 miles
    Test number
    557647241229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail99,245 miles (+3,024)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,245 miles
    Test number
    607976991279
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,221 miles (+1,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,221 miles
    Test number
    187607918681
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake efficiency low

  9. Pass94,475 miles (+6,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    889422112674
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid ageing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing/splitting. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass88,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    638802312094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail88,037 miles (+5,907)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    997232484536
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,130 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    258402704596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,456 miles (+2,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    76,456 miles
    Test number
    989981549046
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass73,901 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    430457792313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,307 miles (+4,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,307 miles
    Test number
    303005227372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass66,130 miles (+6,713)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,130 miles
    Test number
    938485275094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass59,417 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,417 miles
    Test number
    199927674459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail59,417 miles (+8,843)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,417 miles
    Test number
    226247674019
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass50,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,574 miles
    Test number
    329486783071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,574 miles (+8,318)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,574 miles
    Test number
    878426883011
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  21. Pass42,256 miles (+9,447)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    376052682058
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre worn on the edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail32,809 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,809 miles
    Test number
    267318871083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder vehicle floor covered in shield/gaurd

  23. Pass32,809 miles (+8,723)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,809 miles
    Test number
    857308271074
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder vehicle floor covered in shield/gaurd

  24. Pass24,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,086 miles
    Test number
    832271380024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TGW

Does S3 TGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 TGW is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 TGW?
The MOT on S3 TGW is valid until 3 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 TGW done?
S3 TGW was recorded at 106,014 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,136 miles a year.
Has S3 TGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TGW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 TGW 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 TGW find?
S3 TGW passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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