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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

S8 UJMMOT history

S8 UJM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

S8 UJM silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,611 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 UJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 UJM was last recorded at 136,611 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 2,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,840 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,771 miles
Average per year
6,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,611 miles
  • 2025 – 133,840 miles
  • 2024 – 132,516 miles
  • 2023 – 130,443 miles
  • 2022 – 129,452 miles
  • 2021 – 127,849 miles
  • 2020 – 126,673 miles
  • 2019 – 124,043 miles
  • 2018 – 118,246 miles
  • 2017 – 112,193 miles
  • 2016 – 103,329 miles
  • 2015 – 85,991 miles
  • 2014 – 73,022 miles
  • 2013 – 61,323 miles
  • 2012 – 51,483 miles
  • 2011 – 42,358 miles
  • 2010 – 34,261 miles
  • 2009 – 25,730 miles
  • 2008 – 16,024 miles
  • 2007 – 14,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,611 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,611 miles (+2,771)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,611 miles
    Test number
    600578472690
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,840 miles (+1,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    133,840 miles
    Test number
    284062661272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,516 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    132,516 miles
    Test number
    186260494604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Backing plate rubbing on disc
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,505 miles (+2,062)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,505 miles
    Test number
    911570480614
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Backing plate rubbing on disc
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,443 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,443 miles
    Test number
    150295410113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail130,421 miles (+969)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,421 miles
    Test number
    196161457408
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,452 miles (+1,603)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,452 miles
    Test number
    797744605818
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass127,849 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    127,849 miles
    Test number
    626887576353
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail127,849 miles (+1,176)2 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,849 miles
    Test number
    415503791319
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass126,673 miles (+2,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,673 miles
    Test number
    865988886680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass124,043 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,043 miles
    Test number
    677879235888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre tread low on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail124,043 miles (+5,797)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,043 miles
    Test number
    539314278202
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre tread low on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass118,246 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,246 miles
    Test number
    879924561078
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  14. Fail118,242 miles (+34)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,242 miles
    Test number
    130150720434
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  15. Fail118,208 miles (+6,015)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,208 miles
    Test number
    898568632038
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear recommend full inspection (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass112,193 miles (+8,864)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,193 miles
    Test number
    596193500033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,329 miles (+17,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,329 miles
    Test number
    274203780524
    • AdvisoryRear mounting broken away from exhaust
    • AdvisoryExhaust bolts almost corroded through cat-rear

  18. Pass85,991 miles (+404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,991 miles
    Test number
    266060425076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  19. Fail85,587 miles (+12,565)2 dangerous3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,587 miles
    Test number
    705912215059
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  20. Pass73,022 miles (+11,699)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,022 miles
    Test number
    229548704010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass61,323 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,323 miles
    Test number
    325457103031
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Fail61,253 miles (+9,770)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,253 miles
    Test number
    406054203042
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass51,483 miles (+9,125)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,483 miles
    Test number
    936416202056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front discs worn

  24. Pass42,358 miles (+8,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,358 miles
    Test number
    595423611084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass34,261 miles (+8,531)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,261 miles
    Test number
    330778200002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,730 miles (+9,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,730 miles
    Test number
    603626809062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass16,024 miles (+1,672)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    16,024 miles
    Test number
    612529708046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,352 miles
    Test number
    761823217243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 UJM

Does S8 UJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 UJM is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 UJM?
The MOT on S8 UJM is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 UJM done?
S8 UJM was recorded at 136,611 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 6,469 miles a year.
Has S8 UJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 UJM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 UJM 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 UJM find?
S8 UJM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play both; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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