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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

S8 AVSMOT history

S8 AVS is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 13 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 149,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

S8 AVS red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,518 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 AVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 AVS was last recorded at 149,518 miles on 13 May 2026, 3,715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,803 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,715 miles
Average per year
8,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,518 miles
  • 2025 – 145,803 miles
  • 2024 – 133,205 miles
  • 2023 – 126,763 miles
  • 2022 – 115,930 miles
  • 2021 – 106,308 miles
  • 2020 – 98,696 miles
  • 2019 – 95,277 miles
  • 2018 – 92,460 miles
  • 2017 – 84,263 miles
  • 2016 – 75,092 miles
  • 2015 – 64,858 miles
  • 2014 – 51,641 miles
  • 2013 – 41,755 miles
  • 2012 – 32,712 miles
  • 2011 – 23,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,518 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,518 miles (+3,715)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,518 miles
    Test number
    333635823309
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,803 miles (+12,598)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    145,803 miles
    Test number
    119732137747
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,205 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    133,205 miles
    Test number
    219384301865
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Fail133,205 miles3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,205 miles
    Test number
    780875703946
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Fail133,204 miles (+6,441)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    534783786586
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass126,763 miles (+10,833)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,763 miles
    Test number
    744155675321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,930 miles (+9,622)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    115,930 miles
    Test number
    743515809501
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,308 miles (+7,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,308 miles
    Test number
    243916552683
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass98,696 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,696 miles
    Test number
    116002296818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,277 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,277 miles
    Test number
    738179256316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,460 miles (+8,197)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,460 miles
    Test number
    379250132769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,263 miles
    Test number
    403466401307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,263 miles (+9,171)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,263 miles
    Test number
    308618908531
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass75,092 miles (+10,234)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    251282604738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,858 miles (+13,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,858 miles
    Test number
    628742735167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,641 miles
    Test number
    148487124197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,641 miles (+9,886)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,641 miles
    Test number
    107866924162
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    837358023128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,755 miles (+9,043)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    106757923129
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass32,712 miles (+9,126)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    986539922117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,586 miles
    Test number
    496988001188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 AVS

Does S8 AVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 AVS is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 AVS?
The MOT on S8 AVS is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 AVS done?
S8 AVS was recorded at 149,518 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 8,357 miles a year.
Has S8 AVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 AVS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 AVS 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 AVS find?
S8 AVS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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