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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S788 JBAMOT history

S788 JBA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 191,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
191,838 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S788 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S788 JBA was last recorded at 191,838 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,515 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,323 miles
Average per year
7,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,838 miles
  • 2025 – 190,515 miles
  • 2024 – 189,665 miles
  • 2023 – 189,245 miles
  • 2022 – 184,978 miles
  • 2021 – 181,152 miles
  • 2020 – 179,073 miles
  • 2019 – 169,671 miles
  • 2018 – 157,351 miles
  • 2017 – 144,744 miles
  • 2016 – 132,322 miles
  • 2015 – 119,450 miles
  • 2014 – 106,628 miles
  • 2013 – 93,798 miles
  • 2012 – 84,875 miles
  • 2011 – 77,936 miles
  • 2010 – 70,962 miles
  • 2009 – 63,638 miles
  • 2008 – 57,424 miles
  • 2007 – 53,811 miles
  • 2006 – 48,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,838 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bonding perished (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Applies to both upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bonding perished (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Applies to both upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear fuel hose deteriorated
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Fuel hose deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central rear exhaust box outer skin corroded, insecure and rattling

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,838 miles (+1,323)2 minor26 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    191,838 miles
    Test number
    657638444360
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bonding perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Applies to both upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bonding perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Applies to both upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel hose deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass190,515 miles2 minor23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    190,515 miles
    Test number
    621228501900
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rubber bonding deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper and lower rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rubber bonding deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper and lower rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail190,515 miles (+850)2 major2 minor23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,515 miles
    Test number
    723784276262
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat attachment point on floor underneath (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rubber bonding deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper and lower rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rubber bonding deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper and lower rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass189,665 miles (+420)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    189,665 miles
    Test number
    167430392265
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box skin rotted (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate rotted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate rotted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims covering sills

  5. Pass189,245 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    189,245 miles
    Test number
    104654834542
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper shock absorber mounting rubber bonding separating.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper shock absorber mounting rubber bonding separating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Also covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail189,245 miles (+4,267)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,245 miles
    Test number
    395471644270
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper shock absorber mounting rubber bonding separating.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper shock absorber mounting rubber bonding separating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Also covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass184,978 miles (+3,826)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    184,978 miles
    Test number
    553679671320
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top of radiator n/s
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top mount rubber deteriorated and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount excessively deteriorated and peeling away from mount housing. Bracket preventing mount from becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral rear exhaust box outer skin corroded, insecure and rattling
    • AdvisoryFront and rear chassis covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryMil lamp inoperative
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box/idler arm
    • AdvisoryWiper smearing screen

  8. Pass181,152 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    181,152 miles
    Test number
    799425130583
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top mount rubber split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount rubber badly torn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral rear exhaust box outer skin corroded, insecure and rattling
    • AdvisoryMil lamp inop?
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box/idler arm

  9. Fail181,151 miles (+2,078)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,151 miles
    Test number
    339697465495
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSound deadening material insecure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top mount rubber split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount rubber badly torn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral rear exhaust box outer skin corroded, insecure and rattling
    • AdvisoryMil lamp inop?
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box/idler arm

  10. Pass179,073 miles (+143)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    179,073 miles
    Test number
    300740018298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside and nearside rear from the front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread depth 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mount rubber split and coming away from outer housing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre rear exhaust box outer skin corroded and rattling
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak and slight leak on rear diff

  11. Fail178,930 miles (+9,259)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,930 miles
    Test number
    203044294332
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both offside and nearside rear from the front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread depth 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut mount rubber split and coming away from outer housing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre rear exhaust box outer skin corroded and rattling
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak and slight leak on rear diff

  12. Pass169,671 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    169,671 miles
    Test number
    299737951451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryWiper fouling on body

  13. Fail169,668 miles (+12,317)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,668 miles
    Test number
    309272134179
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryWiper fouling on body

  14. Pass157,351 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    157,351 miles
    Test number
    405822270802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper fouling body
    • AdvisoryLeak on steering box
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Fail157,348 miles (+12,604)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,348 miles
    Test number
    658604752881
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached inner wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Drag link end ball joint has excessive play arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing Around abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper fouling body
    • AdvisoryLeak on steering box
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass144,744 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,744 miles
    Test number
    641499271135
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroed
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker plastic cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box

  17. Fail144,744 miles (+12,422)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,744 miles
    Test number
    788735516620
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroed
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker plastic cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box

  18. Pass132,322 miles (+12,872)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    132,322 miles
    Test number
    283930360899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,450 miles (+12,822)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,450 miles
    Test number
    455600685108
    • NoteCorrosion on brake and fuel lines
    • NoteCorrosion underbody
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOs mirror glas deteriorated
    • NoteOsr tyre just abouve legal limit
    • NoteStonechips in windscreen

  20. Pass106,628 miles (+12,830)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,628 miles
    Test number
    725924584161
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak from engine
    • NoteOs wing mirror glass deteriorated
    • NoteSerpentine belt cracling

  21. Pass93,798 miles (+8,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,798 miles
    Test number
    448117173190
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail84,875 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,875 miles
    Test number
    158047182183
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  23. Pass84,875 miles (+6,939)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,875 miles
    Test number
    239217782409
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  24. Pass77,936 miles (+6,974)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,936 miles
    Test number
    395526981150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteSlightest play n/s/f wheel bearing

  25. Pass70,962 miles (+7,324)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    214056290139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,638 miles (+6,214)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,638 miles
    Test number
    161978799184
    • NoteRear tyres low

  27. Pass57,424 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,424 miles
    Test number
    732590008262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,811 miles
    Test number
    902796907285
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail53,811 miles (+5,305)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,811 miles
    Test number
    150536807296
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass48,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,506 miles
    Test number
    351072406431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S788 JBA

Does S788 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S788 JBA is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S788 JBA?
The MOT on S788 JBA is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S788 JBA done?
S788 JBA was recorded at 191,838 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 7,205 miles a year.
Has S788 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S788 JBA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S788 JBA 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 S788 JBA find?
S788 JBA passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 26 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 25 more.

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