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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,987 cc

S4 YAJMOT history

S4 YAJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 22 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 216,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

S4 YAJ black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
216,031 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
19,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 YAJ
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
2013
First used
22 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 YAJ was last recorded at 216,031 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,923 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,108 miles
Average per year
19,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,031 miles
  • 2024 – 189,237 miles
  • 2023 – 166,056 miles
  • 2022 – 145,507 miles
  • 2021 – 126,249 miles
  • 2020 – 105,209 miles
  • 2019 – 81,438 miles
  • 2018 – 60,447 miles
  • 2017 – 52,217 miles
  • 2016 – 43,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,031 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in o/s/f inner steering arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,031 miles (+1,108)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    216,031 miles
    Test number
    858575478658
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail214,923 miles (+2,583)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,923 miles
    Test number
    586955044118
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail212,340 miles (+23,103)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,340 miles
    Test number
    594250428755
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass189,237 miles (+385)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    189,237 miles
    Test number
    691576550543
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  5. Fail188,852 miles (+22,796)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,852 miles
    Test number
    467149184709
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass166,056 miles (+20,549)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    166,056 miles
    Test number
    247820657582
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper cracked but not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp

  7. Pass145,507 miles (+19,258)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,507 miles
    Test number
    939973177573
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass126,249 miles (+411)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,249 miles
    Test number
    192711857661
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/f inner steering arm

  9. Fail125,838 miles (+20,629)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,838 miles
    Test number
    319378773754
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/f inner steering arm

  10. Pass105,209 miles (+574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,209 miles
    Test number
    307495439558
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  11. Fail104,635 miles (+23,197)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,635 miles
    Test number
    371980985323
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  12. Pass81,438 miles (+382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    445809072515
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight smear to wipers

  13. Fail81,056 miles (+20,609)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,056 miles
    Test number
    385213355555
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on outer edge/close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySlight smear to wipers

  14. Pass60,447 miles (+274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,447 miles
    Test number
    588317701646
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  15. Fail60,173 miles (+7,956)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,173 miles
    Test number
    735480582754
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  16. Pass52,217 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    867914708934
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  17. Fail52,213 miles (+8,865)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,213 miles
    Test number
    265228585236
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  18. Pass43,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    372633858470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 YAJ

Does S4 YAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 YAJ is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S4 YAJ?
The MOT on S4 YAJ is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 YAJ done?
S4 YAJ was recorded at 216,031 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 19,229 miles a year.
Has S4 YAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 YAJ has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S4 YAJ 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 S4 YAJ find?
S4 YAJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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