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Mercedes-Benz E

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 2,398 cc

S790 NBLMOT history

S790 NBL is a gold petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 23 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

S790 NBL gold Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,548 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S790 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S790 NBL was last recorded at 114,548 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,509 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
2,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,548 miles
  • 2021 – 114,509 miles
  • 2019 – 112,886 miles
  • 2018 – 111,158 miles
  • 2017 – 109,758 miles
  • 2016 – 106,549 miles
  • 2015 – 102,021 miles
  • 2014 – 96,883 miles
  • 2013 – 91,829 miles
  • 2012 – 87,546 miles
  • 2011 – 83,304 miles
  • 2010 – 78,886 miles
  • 2009 – 74,679 miles
  • 2008 – 69,250 miles
  • 2007 – 65,521 miles
  • 2006 – 61,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,548 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device slightly cracking
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,548 miles (+39)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,548 miles
    Test number
    808027967009
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device slightly cracking
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,509 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,509 miles
    Test number
    911695372614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges below 1.6mm, perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges below 1.6mm, perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear suspension areas and parts corroded

  3. Fail114,509 miles (+1,623)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,509 miles
    Test number
    254422579192
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges below 1.6mm, perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges below 1.6mm, perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear suspension areas and parts corroded

  4. Pass112,886 miles (+1,728)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,886 miles
    Test number
    318801405925
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass111,158 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,158 miles
    Test number
    914009341214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front brake hoses slightly perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisorySlight general corrosion under vehicle

  6. Fail111,158 miles (+1,400)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,158 miles
    Test number
    422393408780
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side front brake hoses slightly perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisorySlight general corrosion under vehicle

  7. Pass109,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,758 miles
    Test number
    167638311547
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leaking

  8. Fail109,757 miles (+3,208)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,757 miles
    Test number
    100928562993
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit starting to perish (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid leaking

  9. Pass106,549 miles (+4,528)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,549 miles
    Test number
    546866516218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  10. Pass102,021 miles (+5,138)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,021 miles
    Test number
    328012165110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass96,883 miles (+5,054)9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,883 miles
    Test number
    715411784145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing outside edge
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass91,829 miles (+4,283)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,829 miles
    Test number
    865034063139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass87,546 miles (+4,242)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,546 miles
    Test number
    257928972180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass83,304 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    83,304 miles
    Test number
    889289271154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,886 miles (+4,207)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,886 miles
    Test number
    762566860154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,679 miles (+5,429)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    464218379190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  17. Pass69,250 miles (+3,729)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,250 miles
    Test number
    513059068153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass65,521 miles (+4,360)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,521 miles
    Test number
    164831557183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass61,161 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    911674916297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail61,106 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,106 miles
    Test number
    104250816283
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S790 NBL

Does S790 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S790 NBL is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S790 NBL?
The MOT on S790 NBL is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S790 NBL done?
S790 NBL was recorded at 114,548 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,669 miles a year.
Has S790 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S790 NBL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S790 NBL 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 S790 NBL find?
S790 NBL passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen wiper blade defective; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 9 more.

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