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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

S8 HXDMOT history

S8 HXD is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2022.

S8 HXD blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2023
Mileage
121,963 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 HXD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 HXD was last recorded at 121,963 miles on 26 Feb 2022, 13,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,002 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
13,961 miles
Average per year
6,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,963 miles
  • 2021 – 108,002 miles
  • 2019 – 105,320 miles
  • 2018 – 102,266 miles
  • 2016 – 99,034 miles
  • 2015 – 95,682 miles
  • 2014 – 93,718 miles
  • 2013 – 88,423 miles
  • 2012 – 77,906 miles
  • 2011 – 59,479 miles
  • 2010 – 46,678 miles
  • 2009 – 38,083 miles
  • 2008 – 28,831 miles
  • 2007 – 25,170 miles
  • 2006 – 18,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,963 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
  • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

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 has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,963 miles (+13,961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,963 miles
    Test number
    624077079677
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  2. Pass108,002 miles (+2,682)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,002 miles
    Test number
    759360713894
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple rear suspension components slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection

  3. Pass105,320 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,320 miles
    Test number
    910431477622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail105,320 miles (+3,054)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,320 miles
    Test number
    425581668661
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,266 miles
    Test number
    190383498193
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail102,266 miles (+3,232)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,266 miles
    Test number
    378777342310
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass99,034 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,034 miles
    Test number
    370163302175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,682 miles (+1,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,682 miles
    Test number
    592382343344
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

  9. Pass93,718 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    479462424460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust hanger broken

  10. Fail93,718 miles (+5,295)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    118342824371
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust hanger broken

  11. Pass88,423 miles (+56)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,423 miles
    Test number
    975231233300
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge getting close to wear bars

  12. Fail88,367 miles (+10,461)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,367 miles
    Test number
    336740323382
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge getting close to wear bars

  13. Pass77,906 miles (+18,427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,906 miles
    Test number
    645868312340
    • 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)

  14. Pass59,479 miles (+12,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,479 miles
    Test number
    585621711378
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass46,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    772890920305
    • 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. Fail46,678 miles (+8,595)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,678 miles
    Test number
    813430720305
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  17. Pass38,083 miles (+9,252)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,083 miles
    Test number
    523753419302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,831 miles (+3,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,831 miles
    Test number
    134361308313
    • NoteOffside indicator repeater lamp cover on mirror is broken.
    • NoteSTRONGLY ADVISE: Offside front tyre is VOID of tread on inner edge! Nearside front tyre is VOID of tread on outer edge!

  19. Pass25,170 miles (+6,415)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,170 miles
    Test number
    142432307312
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on inner edge. Nearside front tyre is wearing on outer edge.

  20. Pass18,755 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,755 miles
    Test number
    462751626382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,748 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,748 miles
    Test number
    640599516368
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear tyres are worn down to 2mm. Nearside front Tyre is wearing low on edges.

Questions about S8 HXD

Does S8 HXD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 HXD expired on 25 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 HXD?
The MOT on S8 HXD expired on 25 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 HXD done?
S8 HXD was recorded at 121,963 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2022, an average of 6,754 miles a year.
Has S8 HXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 HXD has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2019.
Has the mileage on S8 HXD 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 HXD find?
S8 HXD passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2022 with 5 advisories: engine covers / under-trays fitted; subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal, and 2 more.

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