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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

S5 STSMOT history

S5 STS is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

S5 STS blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,945 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 STS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 STS was last recorded at 83,945 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 1,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,520 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,425 miles
Average per year
3,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,945 miles
  • 2025 – 82,520 miles
  • 2024 – 80,926 miles
  • 2023 – 79,219 miles
  • 2022 – 77,860 miles
  • 2021 – 75,090 miles
  • 2020 – 72,601 miles
  • 2019 – 69,537 miles
  • 2018 – 65,706 miles
  • 2017 – 60,195 miles
  • 2016 – 54,833 miles
  • 2015 – 49,180 miles
  • 2014 – 43,166 miles
  • 2013 – 38,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,945 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.

  • Engine Covers Fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • All rigid brake pipes covered in underseal.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under Body Covers Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,945 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,945 miles
    Test number
    600402794323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,520 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    801547045798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail82,520 miles (+1,594)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    851053663939
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass80,926 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,926 miles
    Test number
    399062042568
    • AdvisoryAll rigid brake pipes covered in underseal.

  5. Fail80,925 miles (+1,706)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,925 miles
    Test number
    141302988329
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll rigid brake pipes covered in underseal.

  6. Pass79,219 miles (+1,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,219 miles
    Test number
    654600538672
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,860 miles (+2,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,860 miles
    Test number
    266792892827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass75,090 miles (+2,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,090 miles
    Test number
    629143226397
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  9. Pass72,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,601 miles
    Test number
    804104721108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,595 miles (+3,058)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,595 miles
    Test number
    975441514488
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass69,537 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    801929420029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,706 miles (+5,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,706 miles
    Test number
    732735408061
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Covers Fitted

  13. Pass60,195 miles (+5,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,195 miles
    Test number
    785659236683
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Covers

  14. Pass54,833 miles (+5,653)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    722650062804
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Covers Fitted

  15. Pass49,180 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,180 miles
    Test number
    357018715124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,166 miles
    Test number
    158119494480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,166 miles (+5,084)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,166 miles
    Test number
    918679494047
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass38,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,082 miles
    Test number
    318142623130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 STS

Does S5 STS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 STS is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 STS?
The MOT on S5 STS is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 STS done?
S5 STS was recorded at 83,945 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,475 miles a year.
Has S5 STS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 STS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 STS 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 STS find?
S5 STS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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