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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

S8 AFUMOT history

S8 AFU is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 28 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 139,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
139,148 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 AFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 AFU was last recorded at 139,148 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 11,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,987 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,161 miles
Average per year
5,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,148 miles
  • 2025 – 127,987 miles
  • 2024 – 113,306 miles
  • 2019 – 111,709 miles
  • 2018 – 111,662 miles
  • 2017 – 110,436 miles
  • 2016 – 109,678 miles
  • 2015 – 106,549 miles
  • 2014 – 96,005 miles
  • 2013 – 84,030 miles
  • 2012 – 79,229 miles
  • 2011 – 70,073 miles
  • 2010 – 63,712 miles
  • 2009 – 55,277 miles
  • 2008 – 43,739 miles
  • 2007 – 33,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,148 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,148 miles (+11,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    139,148 miles
    Test number
    211467686052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,987 miles (+14,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,987 miles
    Test number
    386827188388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass113,306 miles (+1,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,306 miles
    Test number
    230778203387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advice (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strong advice (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively All four barks (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass111,709 miles (+47)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,709 miles
    Test number
    482774461591
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,662 miles (+1,226)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,662 miles
    Test number
    930163876719
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres worn low on edges on 2mm

  6. Pass110,436 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    998018015784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,678 miles (+1,462)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    418432207566
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Camber (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lights are effected slightly by each other
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner steering track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve slightly perished

  8. Pass108,216 miles (+1,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,216 miles
    Test number
    574034080292
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended both castor arm bushes (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass106,549 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,549 miles
    Test number
    489371255040
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail106,549 miles (+10,544)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,549 miles
    Test number
    799820055010
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass96,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,005 miles
    Test number
    148825714152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,005 miles (+11,975)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,005 miles
    Test number
    647595114138
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass84,030 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    84,030 miles
    Test number
    816259423123
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOff side front strut damp
    • NoteOff side rear strut damp

  14. Fail84,030 miles (+4,801)1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,030 miles
    Test number
    977429023113
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOff side front strut damp
    • NoteOff side rear strut damp

  15. Pass79,229 miles (+9,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,229 miles
    Test number
    406276542101
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass70,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,073 miles
    Test number
    577988181181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,073 miles (+6,361)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,073 miles
    Test number
    865277381117
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    982293390124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Fail63,712 miles (+8,435)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,712 miles
    Test number
    784603390194
    • FailureFront Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass55,277 miles (+11,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    55,277 miles
    Test number
    762323689198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass43,739 miles (+10,015)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,739 miles
    Test number
    312826408453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,724 miles
    Test number
    313322097178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 AFU

Does S8 AFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 AFU is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 AFU?
The MOT on S8 AFU is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 AFU done?
S8 AFU was recorded at 139,148 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 5,513 miles a year.
Has S8 AFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 AFU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on S8 AFU 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 S8 AFU find?
S8 AFU passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides.

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