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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

S5 GHTMOT history

S5 GHT is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

S5 GHT grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
98,691 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 GHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 GHT was last recorded at 98,691 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,691 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,691 miles
  • 2025 – 91,069 miles
  • 2024 – 85,055 miles
  • 2023 – 79,516 miles
  • 2022 – 73,671 miles
  • 2021 – 68,146 miles
  • 2020 – 63,758 miles
  • 2019 – 57,817 miles
  • 2018 – 51,305 miles
  • 2017 – 45,397 miles
  • 2016 – 38,722 miles
  • 2015 – 32,846 miles
  • 2014 – 23,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,691 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded very corroded,could not see all of spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNoise from nearside rear when wheel turnedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,691 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    98,691 miles
    Test number
    905946438914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded very corroded,could not see all of spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from nearside rear when wheel turned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,691 miles (+7,622)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,691 miles
    Test number
    785234755231
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded very corroded,could not see all of spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from nearside rear when wheel turned
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    777070613505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,069 miles (+6,014)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,069 miles
    Test number
    256338182631
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,055 miles
    Test number
    353263023997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail85,055 miles (+5,539)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,055 miles
    Test number
    719573748715
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass79,516 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    79,516 miles
    Test number
    537246486348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail79,515 miles (+5,844)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,515 miles
    Test number
    867190984563
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,671 miles (+5,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,671 miles
    Test number
    998302684199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass68,146 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    68,146 miles
    Test number
    175430269429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass63,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,758 miles
    Test number
    821496477033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail63,758 miles (+5,941)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,758 miles
    Test number
    139023844330
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass57,817 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    57,817 miles
    Test number
    605264583517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,305 miles
    Test number
    543025925986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,305 miles (+5,908)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,305 miles
    Test number
    906074564801
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn edges

  16. Pass45,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    437334358624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,397 miles (+6,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    710991374935
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass38,722 miles (+5,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,722 miles
    Test number
    436498814647
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear

  19. Pass32,846 miles (+8,897)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    32,846 miles
    Test number
    248017225449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,949 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,949 miles
    Test number
    218680434125
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S5 GHT

Does S5 GHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 GHT is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 GHT?
The MOT on S5 GHT is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 GHT done?
S5 GHT was recorded at 98,691 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,167 miles a year.
Has S5 GHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 GHT has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 GHT 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 S5 GHT find?
S5 GHT passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded very corroded,could not see all of spring, and 3 more.

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