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Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

S8 BKNMOT history

S8 BKN is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 8 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 105,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

S8 BKN grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,161 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 BKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
8 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 BKN was last recorded at 105,161 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 13,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,226 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,935 miles
Average per year
7,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,161 miles
  • 2025 – 91,226 miles
  • 2024 – 84,418 miles
  • 2023 – 81,577 miles
  • 2022 – 74,522 miles
  • 2021 – 66,605 miles
  • 2020 – 63,442 miles
  • 2019 – 54,083 miles
  • 2018 – 49,281 miles
  • 2017 – 46,423 miles
  • 2016 – 39,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,161 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end very slight play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear tie bar bushes perishing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear tyre tread depths on 3 to 4mm.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays fitted obscuring vision of some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,161 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,161 miles
    Test number
    714219245395
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail105,161 miles (+13,935)1 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,161 miles
    Test number
    932601271832
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass91,226 miles (+6,808)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,226 miles
    Test number
    185672944114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,418 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    188821252586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,412 miles (+2,835)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    298844485497
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass81,577 miles (+70)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,577 miles
    Test number
    460538325871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end very slight play.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear tie bar bushes perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths on 3 to 4mm.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring vision of some components.
  7. Fail81,507 miles (+6,985)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,507 miles
    Test number
    528614260473
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end very slight play.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear tie bar bushes perishing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre tread depths on 3 to 4mm.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring vision of some components.
  8. Pass74,522 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,522 miles
    Test number
    573238522227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,605 miles
    Test number
    801827312323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,605 miles (+3,163)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,605 miles
    Test number
    911957294108
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake, recommend adjusting.
  11. Pass63,442 miles (+9,359)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,442 miles
    Test number
    117055638071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,083 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    327023156982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,281 miles (+2,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,281 miles
    Test number
    704091220173
    • AdvisoryExtensive under trays fitted preventing full inspection of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc slightly worn, both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass46,423 miles (+6,863)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,423 miles
    Test number
    536253176042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,560 miles
    Test number
    431208334163
    • AdvisoryFront brakes are worn
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Questions about S8 BKN

Does S8 BKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 BKN is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 BKN?
The MOT on S8 BKN is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 BKN done?
S8 BKN was recorded at 105,161 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 7,060 miles a year.
Has S8 BKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 BKN has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 BKN 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 BKN find?
S8 BKN passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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