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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

S88 RGBMOT history

S88 RGB is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 25 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 218,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
218,054 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RGB was last recorded at 218,054 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 5,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2014: 57,987 miles, lower than 76,479 miles on 21 Jun 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
212,580 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,474 miles
Average per year
11,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,054 miles
  • 2025 – 212,580 miles
  • 2024 – 209,931 miles
  • 2023 – 195,902 miles
  • 2021 – 185,046 miles
  • 2020 – 174,131 miles
  • 2019 – 164,531 miles
  • 2018 – 152,432 miles
  • 2017 – 137,591 miles
  • 2016 – 121,713 miles
  • 2015 – 105,089 miles
  • 2014 – 57,987 miles
  • 2013 – 76,479 miles
  • 2012 – 65,389 miles
  • 2011 – 53,125 miles
  • 2010 – 43,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,054 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear suspension slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    218,054 miles
    Test number
    271065826946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail218,054 miles (+5,474)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,054 miles
    Test number
    453915014781
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass212,580 miles (+2,649)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    212,580 miles
    Test number
    743957402016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass209,931 miles (+14,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    209,931 miles
    Test number
    551782212892
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass195,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    195,902 miles
    Test number
    695358074243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail195,902 miles (+10,856)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,902 miles
    Test number
    393498602594
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass185,046 miles (+10,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    185,046 miles
    Test number
    480188863196
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension slightly corroded

  8. Pass174,131 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    174,131 miles
    Test number
    888235653505
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp light intensity obviously reduced
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail174,131 miles (+9,600)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,131 miles
    Test number
    801901922527
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp light intensity obviously reduced
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass164,531 miles (+12,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    164,531 miles
    Test number
    569085688533
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass152,432 miles (+14,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    152,432 miles
    Test number
    417003306743
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass137,591 miles (+15,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,591 miles
    Test number
    980620505588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass121,713 miles (+16,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,713 miles
    Test number
    123148793857
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass105,089 miles (+47,102)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,089 miles
    Test number
    346999665171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,987 miles (-18,492)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,987 miles
    Test number
    536370174130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,479 miles1 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,479 miles
    Test number
    175562973199
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAnti-slip provision worn smooth & corner worn down to metal

  17. Pass76,479 miles (+11,090)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,479 miles
    Test number
    448102673171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAnti-slip provision worn smooth & corner worn down to metal

  18. Pass65,389 miles (+12,264)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,389 miles
    Test number
    386352572162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,125 miles (+9,984)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,125 miles
    Test number
    669462371152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,141 miles
    Test number
    273255660183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 RGB

Does S88 RGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 RGB is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 RGB?
The MOT on S88 RGB is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 RGB done?
S88 RGB was recorded at 218,054 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 11,236 miles a year.
Has S88 RGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RGB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S88 RGB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S88 RGB find?
S88 RGB passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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