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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

S5 JAWMOT history

S5 JAW is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 55,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

S5 JAW grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
55,974 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 JAW
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
20 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 JAW was last recorded at 55,974 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 3,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,440 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,534 miles
Average per year
3,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,974 miles
  • 2025 – 52,440 miles
  • 2024 – 50,276 miles
  • 2023 – 48,438 miles
  • 2022 – 46,494 miles
  • 2021 – 43,144 miles
  • 2020 – 41,900 miles
  • 2019 – 39,535 miles
  • 2018 – 35,044 miles
  • 2017 – 29,053 miles
  • 2016 – 23,812 miles
  • 2015 – 18,949 miles
  • 2014 – 14,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,974 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,974 miles (+3,534)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    55,974 miles
    Test number
    848850559291
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Pass52,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    541949620392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail52,440 miles (+2,164)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,440 miles
    Test number
    703217408718
    • MajorRear Sub-frame is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  4. Pass50,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    985137623505
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail50,276 miles (+1,838)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    169882228163
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass48,438 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,438 miles
    Test number
    421515546199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,494 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,494 miles
    Test number
    317345949298
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail46,493 miles (+3,349)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,493 miles
    Test number
    325589707550
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass43,144 miles (+1,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,144 miles
    Test number
    680603909890
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass41,900 miles (+2,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    997491107674
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass39,535 miles (+4,491)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    39,535 miles
    Test number
    362935613738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,044 miles (+5,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    35,044 miles
    Test number
    181827616705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  13. Pass29,053 miles (+5,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,053 miles
    Test number
    226580672224
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres heavily perished
  14. Pass23,812 miles (+4,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    23,812 miles
    Test number
    765629772461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass18,949 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    18,949 miles
    Test number
    550017821557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    14,121 miles
    Test number
    986114954245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 JAW

Does S5 JAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 JAW is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 JAW?
The MOT on S5 JAW is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 JAW done?
S5 JAW was recorded at 55,974 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 3,485 miles a year.
Has S5 JAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 JAW has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 JAW 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 JAW find?
S5 JAW passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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