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Daimler V8

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S43 SNCMOT history

S43 SNC is a black petrol Daimler V8 first used on 15 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 137,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
137,186 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 SNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
V8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 SNC was last recorded at 137,186 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 2,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,046 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,140 miles
Average per year
3,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,186 miles
  • 2025 – 135,046 miles
  • 2024 – 132,525 miles
  • 2023 – 127,579 miles
  • 2022 – 126,191 miles
  • 2021 – 123,696 miles
  • 2020 – 121,626 miles
  • 2019 – 119,504 miles
  • 2018 – 117,560 miles
  • 2017 – 116,520 miles
  • 2016 – 115,295 miles
  • 2015 – 112,740 miles
  • 2014 – 110,739 miles
  • 2013 – 109,201 miles
  • 2012 – 106,390 miles
  • 2011 – 104,595 miles
  • 2010 – 98,874 miles
  • 2009 – 91,907 miles
  • 2008 – 85,865 miles
  • 2007 – 73,586 miles
  • 2006 – 60,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,186 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside and nearside front tyres wearing smooth on inside tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,186 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    137,186 miles
    Test number
    322864986172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,046 miles (+2,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,046 miles
    Test number
    115125267213
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust flexi getting worn
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on inner and outer sills

  3. Pass132,525 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,525 miles
    Test number
    388904526946
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing smooth on inside tread
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in thick black under seal

  4. Fail132,523 miles (+4,944)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,523 miles
    Test number
    753010989712
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs looking corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing smooth on inside tread
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in thick black under seal

  5. Pass127,579 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,579 miles
    Test number
    707566401927
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail127,572 miles (+1,381)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,572 miles
    Test number
    431155705469
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass126,191 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,191 miles
    Test number
    123213279240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Fail126,191 miles (+2,495)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,191 miles
    Test number
    312974009515
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass123,696 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,696 miles
    Test number
    997610501387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail123,696 miles (+2,070)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,696 miles
    Test number
    897777347166
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sil end, outer wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass121,626 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    732714621180
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail121,626 miles (+2,122)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    292378528145
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass119,504 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,504 miles
    Test number
    764273783517
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced structure corroded and covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail119,492 miles (+1,932)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,492 miles
    Test number
    155571718189
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan/inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced structure corroded and covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Pass117,560 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,560 miles
    Test number
    445280826937
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail117,558 miles (+1,038)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,558 miles
    Test number
    193125452499
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch chassis leg (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass116,520 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,520 miles
    Test number
    379474419189
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked and worn on outer edges

  18. Fail116,505 miles (+1,210)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,505 miles
    Test number
    759779025861
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked and worn on outer edges

  19. Pass115,295 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,295 miles
    Test number
    335007477811
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  20. Fail115,294 miles (+2,554)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,294 miles
    Test number
    333788938846
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  21. Pass112,740 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,740 miles
    Test number
    769884065045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Fail112,738 miles (+1,999)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,738 miles
    Test number
    875353165069
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass110,739 miles (+1,538)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,739 miles
    Test number
    116455264097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass109,201 miles (+2,811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,201 miles
    Test number
    176385663007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass106,390 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,390 miles
    Test number
    695135742095
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  26. Fail106,383 miles (+1,788)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,383 miles
    Test number
    339044842021
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  27. Pass104,595 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    406386261053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass98,874 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    98,874 miles
    Test number
    301767960049
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail98,871 miles (+6,964)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,871 miles
    Test number
    383345960078
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass91,907 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,907 miles
    Test number
    454947909140
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  31. Fail91,905 miles (+6,040)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,905 miles
    Test number
    323325809120
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  32. Pass85,865 miles (+12,279)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    85,865 miles
    Test number
    152085768464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass73,586 miles (+12,752)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    424817357078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass60,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,834 miles
    Test number
    151084196001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 SNC

Does S43 SNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 SNC is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 SNC?
The MOT on S43 SNC is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 SNC done?
S43 SNC was recorded at 137,186 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 3,715 miles a year.
Has S43 SNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 SNC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S43 SNC 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 S43 SNC find?
S43 SNC passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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