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Mercedes-Benz E

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

S741 JOHMOT history

S741 JOH is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 12 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 176,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

S741 JOH purple Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
176,179 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S741 JOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S741 JOH was last recorded at 176,179 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 1,048 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,131 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,048 miles
Average per year
3,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,179 miles
  • 2025 – 175,131 miles
  • 2024 – 174,604 miles
  • 2023 – 173,991 miles
  • 2022 – 173,328 miles
  • 2021 – 171,970 miles
  • 2020 – 170,927 miles
  • 2019 – 168,950 miles
  • 2018 – 166,945 miles
  • 2017 – 164,978 miles
  • 2016 – 162,835 miles
  • 2015 – 160,116 miles
  • 2014 – 157,451 miles
  • 2013 – 148,578 miles
  • 2012 – 141,320 miles
  • 2011 – 130,229 miles
  • 2010 – 123,787 miles
  • 2009 – 118,397 miles
  • 2008 – 113,133 miles
  • 2007 – 108,755 miles
  • 2006 – 101,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,179 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror slightly insecure

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,179 miles (+1,048)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,179 miles
    Test number
    312626004299
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror slightly insecure

  2. Pass175,131 miles (+527)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    175,131 miles
    Test number
    598749741844
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills/ and wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened under sides all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,604 miles (+613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    174,604 miles
    Test number
    872514215175
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass173,991 miles (+663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    173,991 miles
    Test number
    443416487854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass173,328 miles (+1,358)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    173,328 miles
    Test number
    478975320434
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass171,970 miles (+1,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,970 miles
    Test number
    637015730972
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sides slight floor/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass170,927 miles (+1,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    170,927 miles
    Test number
    294860724183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass168,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,950 miles
    Test number
    226255255574
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  9. Fail168,950 miles (+2,005)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,950 miles
    Test number
    256509886737
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  10. Pass166,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    618220249785
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail166,945 miles (+1,967)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,945 miles
    Test number
    641783160589
    • Repaired at testBoot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass164,978 miles (+2,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    164,978 miles
    Test number
    233352464095
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass162,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    162,835 miles
    Test number
    574570176994
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail162,835 miles (+2,719)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,835 miles
    Test number
    747404481780
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass160,116 miles (+2,665)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    160,116 miles
    Test number
    205625855435
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Pass157,451 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    157,451 miles
    Test number
    458316654183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail157,451 miles (+8,873)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,451 miles
    Test number
    265083654102
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass148,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    148,578 miles
    Test number
    558577793136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail148,578 miles (+7,258)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,578 miles
    Test number
    246976393100
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass141,320 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    141,320 miles
    Test number
    909295592125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail141,279 miles (+11,050)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,279 miles
    Test number
    659823092149
    • 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)

  22. Pass130,229 miles (+6,442)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    130,229 miles
    Test number
    379102691136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass123,787 miles (+5,390)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    123,787 miles
    Test number
    100095590179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass118,397 miles (+5,264)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    118,397 miles
    Test number
    250315199496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass113,133 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    113,133 miles
    Test number
    581052598146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass108,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,755 miles
    Test number
    260114597432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail108,755 miles (+7,015)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,755 miles
    Test number
    933214397108
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass101,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    101,740 miles
    Test number
    931246396164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S741 JOH

Does S741 JOH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S741 JOH expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S741 JOH?
The MOT on S741 JOH expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S741 JOH done?
S741 JOH was recorded at 176,179 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 3,723 miles a year.
Has S741 JOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S741 JOH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S741 JOH 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 S741 JOH find?
S741 JOH failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached; offside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; coil spring corroded all, and 1 more.

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