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Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,987 cc

S88 CELMOT history

S88 CEL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 16 May 2017. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 95,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

S88 CEL black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,149 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 CEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
16 May 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 CEL was last recorded at 95,149 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 12,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,072 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,077 miles
Average per year
11,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,149 miles
  • 2024 – 83,072 miles
  • 2023 – 70,487 miles
  • 2022 – 58,689 miles
  • 2021 – 49,240 miles
  • 2020 – 36,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,149 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 8 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,149 miles (+12,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,149 miles
    Test number
    953427270085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,072 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    83,072 miles
    Test number
    832372742354
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail83,068 miles (+12,581)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,068 miles
    Test number
    315379228154
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,487 miles (+11,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,487 miles
    Test number
    719051781063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass58,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,689 miles
    Test number
    878183434525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail58,686 miles (+9,446)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,686 miles
    Test number
    360877396946
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,240 miles (+12,582)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,240 miles
    Test number
    955387778094
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass36,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,658 miles
    Test number
    433813399786
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail36,658 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,658 miles
    Test number
    981168942329
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    168659502945
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S88 CEL

Does S88 CEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 CEL is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S88 CEL?
The MOT on S88 CEL is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 CEL done?
S88 CEL was recorded at 95,149 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 11,700 miles a year.
Has S88 CEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 CEL has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S88 CEL 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 S88 CEL find?
S88 CEL passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges.

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