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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,966 cc

S8 KAYMOT history

S8 KAY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 9 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

S8 KAY black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,304 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 KAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 KAY was last recorded at 162,304 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,254 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
8,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,304 miles
  • 2025 – 155,371 miles
  • 2024 – 150,963 miles
  • 2023 – 145,422 miles
  • 2022 – 136,909 miles
  • 2021 – 130,595 miles
  • 2020 – 126,877 miles
  • 2019 – 121,277 miles
  • 2018 – 114,686 miles
  • 2017 – 106,388 miles
  • 2016 – 98,821 miles
  • 2015 – 91,687 miles
  • 2014 – 82,211 miles
  • 2013 – 71,841 miles
  • 2012 – 60,717 miles
  • 2011 – 49,925 miles
  • 2010 – 38,879 miles
  • 2009 – 27,833 miles
  • 2008 – 17,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,304 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside leading to flexible hoses

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,304 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,304 miles
    Test number
    115918080007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail162,254 miles (+6,883)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,254 miles
    Test number
    367362230334
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass155,371 miles (+4,408)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    155,371 miles
    Test number
    481616722827
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass150,963 miles (+5,541)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,963 miles
    Test number
    196975301115
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass145,422 miles (+8,513)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,422 miles
    Test number
    752302121023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres worn slightly on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass136,909 miles (+6,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,909 miles
    Test number
    961609559381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre nearing wear bands

  7. Pass130,595 miles (+3,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,595 miles
    Test number
    300788638445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass126,877 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,877 miles
    Test number
    991879635667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,277 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,277 miles
    Test number
    742309287251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail121,248 miles (+6,562)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,248 miles
    Test number
    269886671610
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass114,686 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,686 miles
    Test number
    876678051198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,624 miles (+8,236)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,624 miles
    Test number
    871151416264
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass106,388 miles (+7,567)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,388 miles
    Test number
    151700647311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,821 miles (+7,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,821 miles
    Test number
    220552840787
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass91,687 miles (+9,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,687 miles
    Test number
    396694275159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass82,211 miles (+10,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,211 miles
    Test number
    685675774171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass71,841 miles (+11,124)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    105435773159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,717 miles (+10,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    337727772140
    • 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)

  19. Pass49,925 miles (+11,046)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,925 miles
    Test number
    285805371476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,879 miles (+11,046)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,879 miles
    Test number
    972334070153
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall cracking
    • NoteSlight bulge nearside rear sidewall

  21. Pass27,833 miles (+10,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,833 miles
    Test number
    921371089174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass17,447 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,447 miles
    Test number
    210694608233
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Questions about S8 KAY

Does S8 KAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 KAY is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 KAY?
The MOT on S8 KAY is valid until 6 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 KAY done?
S8 KAY was recorded at 162,304 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 8,014 miles a year.
Has S8 KAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 KAY has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 KAY 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 KAY find?
S8 KAY passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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