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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

S8 HNGMOT history

S8 HNG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

S8 HNG black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,586 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 HNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 HNG was last recorded at 101,586 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 1,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,405 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,181 miles
Average per year
5,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,586 miles
  • 2025 – 100,405 miles
  • 2024 – 98,230 miles
  • 2023 – 96,131 miles
  • 2022 – 93,532 miles
  • 2021 – 86,961 miles
  • 2020 – 83,853 miles
  • 2019 – 82,348 miles
  • 2018 – 79,706 miles
  • 2017 – 74,055 miles
  • 2016 – 61,980 miles
  • 2015 – 48,418 miles
  • 2014 – 36,933 miles
  • 2013 – 25,906 miles
  • 2012 – 20,981 miles
  • 2011 – 17,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,586 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose.
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rears. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated track control arm (boot slightly deformed)

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,586 miles (+1,181)1 minor22 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    374496390504
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rears. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass100,405 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    645542455864
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is 'ON'
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Brake light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail100,405 miles (+2,175)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    902470383899
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is 'ON'
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass98,230 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,230 miles
    Test number
    602957455069
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail98,230 miles (+2,099)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,230 miles
    Test number
    626721490795
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass96,131 miles (+2,599)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,131 miles
    Test number
    759997244130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass93,532 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,532 miles
    Test number
    582028641884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,526 miles (+6,565)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,526 miles
    Test number
    449072559296
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass86,961 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,961 miles
    Test number
    802560721661
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated track control arm (boot slightly deformed) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail86,957 miles (+3,104)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,957 miles
    Test number
    189256362330
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated track control arm (boot slightly deformed) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,853 miles
    Test number
    287225223719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,853 miles (+1,505)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,853 miles
    Test number
    506621427050
    • DangerousCentral Engine mounting bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass82,348 miles (+2,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,348 miles
    Test number
    957079354533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass79,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,706 miles
    Test number
    894299708008
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Steel brake pipes have corrosion present leading into flexi hoses.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track control arm balljoint dust cover starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryTwin brake pipes corroded running through clamp over fuel tank - Difficult to carry out full inspection.

  15. Fail79,704 miles (+5,649)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,704 miles
    Test number
    174459841984
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear Steel brake pipes have corrosion present leading into flexi hoses.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sidelight (Part of light source not working)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track control arm balljoint dust cover starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryTwin brake pipes corroded running through clamp over fuel tank - Difficult to carry out full inspection.

  16. Pass74,055 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,055 miles
    Test number
    590311447817
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail74,055 miles (+12,075)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,055 miles
    Test number
    641135526418
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass61,980 miles (+13,562)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,980 miles
    Test number
    641096246334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,418 miles (+11,485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,418 miles
    Test number
    155107015245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,933 miles (+11,027)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    36,933 miles
    Test number
    259250434231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,906 miles (+4,925)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,906 miles
    Test number
    169884833242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExcessive shoulder wear front tyres - tracking may require adjustment

  22. Pass20,981 miles (+3,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,981 miles
    Test number
    398498122428
    • NoteExcessive shoulder wear front tyre(s) - tracking may require adjustment

  23. Pass17,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,923 miles
    Test number
    266803821262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 HNG

Does S8 HNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 HNG is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 HNG?
The MOT on S8 HNG is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 HNG done?
S8 HNG was recorded at 101,586 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 5,578 miles a year.
Has S8 HNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 HNG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 HNG 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 HNG find?
S8 HNG passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 22 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust heat shield loose.; exhaust mounting defective, and 20 more.

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