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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

S44 SWYMOT history

S44 SWY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 116,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S44 SWY black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,666 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 SWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 SWY was last recorded at 116,666 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,666 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,666 miles
  • 2025 – 92,450 miles
  • 2024 – 81,310 miles
  • 2023 – 73,973 miles
  • 2022 – 67,422 miles
  • 2021 – 61,824 miles
  • 2020 – 57,461 miles
  • 2019 – 51,798 miles
  • 2018 – 47,367 miles
  • 2017 – 44,265 miles
  • 2016 – 35,698 miles
  • 2015 – 23,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,666 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • All brake pads are approximately 75% worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside front tyre is wearing low on its inner edge and has several light cuts.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,666 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    160399947710
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail116,666 miles (+24,216)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    922810603902
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,450 miles (+11,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    92,450 miles
    Test number
    188325026382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,310 miles (+32)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,310 miles
    Test number
    629893372603
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,278 miles (+7,305)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,278 miles
    Test number
    218793565653
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass73,973 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    985383294724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    972919196364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,422 miles (+5,598)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    645597686729
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass61,824 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    826376131997
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass57,461 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,461 miles
    Test number
    145188313622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,798 miles (+4,431)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,798 miles
    Test number
    345687259362
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,367 miles (+3,102)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,367 miles
    Test number
    497744040223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,265 miles (+8,567)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,265 miles
    Test number
    742808086522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,698 miles (+402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,698 miles
    Test number
    277244392200
    • AdvisoryAll brake pads are approximately 75% worn.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing low on its inner edge and has several light cuts.

  15. Fail35,296 miles (+11,489)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,296 miles
    Test number
    873267558467
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pads are approximately 75% worn.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing low on its inner edge and has several light cuts.

  16. Pass23,807 miles (+246)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,807 miles
    Test number
    155515375010
    • NoteLight cuts in offside front and nearside rear tyres. Nearside rear tyre rubbing strip is cut but cord isn't visible.

  17. Fail23,561 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,561 miles
    Test number
    998089765058
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteLight cuts in offside front and nearside rear tyres. Nearside rear tyre rubbing strip is cut but cord isn't visible.

Questions about S44 SWY

Does S44 SWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 SWY is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 SWY?
The MOT on S44 SWY is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 SWY done?
S44 SWY was recorded at 116,666 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,487 miles a year.
Has S44 SWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 SWY has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 SWY 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 S44 SWY find?
S44 SWY passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front diagonal.

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