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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

S5 XOLMOT history

S5 XOL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 121,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

S5 XOL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,844 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 XOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 XOL was last recorded at 121,844 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,454 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,390 miles
Average per year
6,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,844 miles
  • 2024 – 119,454 miles
  • 2023 – 115,700 miles
  • 2022 – 110,581 miles
  • 2021 – 104,365 miles
  • 2020 – 89,418 miles
  • 2019 – 83,310 miles
  • 2018 – 78,092 miles
  • 2017 – 72,325 miles
  • 2016 – 65,593 miles
  • 2015 – 56,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,844 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,844 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,844 miles
    Test number
    372904461646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,454 miles (+3,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    119,454 miles
    Test number
    847058089791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  3. Pass115,700 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,700 miles
    Test number
    404644361185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,697 miles (+5,116)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,697 miles
    Test number
    951975989105
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass110,581 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,581 miles
    Test number
    379253307982
    • AdvisoryFront both Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Fail110,581 miles (+6,216)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,581 miles
    Test number
    131368098508
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass104,365 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,365 miles
    Test number
    941448191320
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail104,363 miles (+14,945)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    523891998754
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  9. Pass89,418 miles (+6,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,418 miles
    Test number
    878452896197
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play o/s & n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass83,310 miles (+5,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,310 miles
    Test number
    258587464696
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass78,092 miles (+5,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,092 miles
    Test number
    948319509907
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass72,325 miles (+6,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,325 miles
    Test number
    754692557699
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inside edge
  13. Pass65,593 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    307439653338
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean for machine -PASS -
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Fail65,593 miles (+9,095)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    637155576852
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated Brake pad warning light on (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/55/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Offside rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean for machine -PASS -
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have lip
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre has cuts on outer sidewall not to cord
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass56,498 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,498 miles
    Test number
    897061925142
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise front number plate damaged
    • NoteAdvise near side door mirror glass damaged
    • NoteAdvise parking brake requires some adjustment,off side rear out of balance
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads wearing low [brake fluid level low]

Questions about S5 XOL

Does S5 XOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 XOL is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 XOL?
The MOT on S5 XOL is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 XOL done?
S5 XOL was recorded at 121,844 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,217 miles a year.
Has S5 XOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 XOL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S5 XOL 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 XOL find?
S5 XOL passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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