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Mercedes-Benz 420

Black · Petrol · 1988 · 4,196 cc

SEN 586MOT history

SEN 586 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 420 first used on 10 May 1988. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 41,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
41,199 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SEN 586
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
10 May 1988
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

SEN 586 was last recorded at 41,199 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2010: 38,700 miles, lower than 83,687 miles on 18 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
41,188 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 41,199 miles
  • 2022 – 41,188 miles
  • 2021 – 41,104 miles
  • 2020 – 40,977 miles
  • 2019 – 40,858 miles
  • 2018 – 40,794 miles
  • 2017 – 40,712 miles
  • 2016 – 40,672 miles
  • 2015 – 40,642 miles
  • 2014 – 39,425 miles
  • 2013 – 39,247 miles
  • 2012 – 39,177 miles
  • 2011 – 39,071 miles
  • 2010 – 38,700 miles
  • 2009 – 83,687 miles
  • 2008 – 38,559 miles
  • 2007 – 36,970 miles
  • 2006 – 36,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,199 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Slight splitting/cracking n/s rear tyre outer sidewall + inbetween tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,199 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    41,199 miles
    Test number
    227757861793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass41,188 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    41,188 miles
    Test number
    637060400367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass41,104 miles (+127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    41,104 miles
    Test number
    287864718683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass40,977 miles (+119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    40,977 miles
    Test number
    269501037861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass40,858 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,858 miles
    Test number
    702453489604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing on outer sidewall + between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass40,794 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,794 miles
    Test number
    775731598008
    • AdvisorySlight splitting/cracking nearside rear tyre outer sidewall + between tread blocks

  7. Pass40,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,712 miles
    Test number
    298205678155
    • AdvisorySlight splitting/cracking n/s rear tyre outer sidewall + inbetween tread

  8. Fail40,712 miles (+40)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,712 miles
    Test number
    231524491928
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake binding n/s o/s front (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisorySlight splitting/cracking n/s rear tyre outer sidewall + inbetween tread

  9. Pass40,672 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,672 miles
    Test number
    863946537838
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front + front to rear (greased) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre slightly wearing outer edge + splitting/cracking inbetween tread
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s o/s front subframe bushes
    • AdvisoryVarious minor corrosion to vehicle underbody + suspension parts (undersealed)

  10. Pass40,642 miles (+1,217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    40,642 miles
    Test number
    862416035784
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Nearside front to middle joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront, o/s and n/s, coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre has slight cracking on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear, o/s and n/s, coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage

  11. Fail39,425 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,425 miles
    Test number
    419801654312
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass39,425 miles (+178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,425 miles
    Test number
    735851754362
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass39,247 miles (+70)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,247 miles
    Test number
    628733453346
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSligh play steering linkage/idler
    • NoteSlight cracking n/s rear tyre outer sidewall

  14. Pass39,177 miles (+106)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,177 miles
    Test number
    785297392255
    • NoteSlight play n/s o/s front subframe front + rear bushes
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering idler

  15. Pass39,071 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    416707571262
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front washer jet blocked
    • NoteOffside rear lamp cracked on indicator
    • NotePower steering belts micro cracking

  16. Fail39,071 miles (+371)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    488787671295
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front washer jet blocked
    • NoteOffside rear lamp cracked on indicator
    • NotePower steering belts micro cracking

  17. Pass38,700 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,700 miles
    Test number
    200979050222
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteIrratic engine idle
    • NoteN/s o/s front chassis slightly corroded

  18. Fail38,700 miles (-44,987)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,700 miles
    Test number
    503432550230
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteIrratic engine idle
    • NoteN/s o/s front chassis slightly corroded

  19. Pass83,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    964800839212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,687 miles (+45,128)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    491455829270
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass38,559 miles (+1,589)7 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,559 miles
    Test number
    653744528237
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing windscreen slightly.
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal cracked.
    • NoteGeneral play in all front suspension joints.
    • NoteSlight cracking to auxiallary drive belts.
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion to front and rear chassis members.
    • NoteVarious front suspension bushes perishing.

  22. Pass36,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,970 miles
    Test number
    330097847449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,970 miles (+531)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,970 miles
    Test number
    463437447204
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front flexible brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal cracked.
    • NoteVarious suspension bushes perishing.

  24. Pass36,439 miles12 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,439 miles
    Test number
    721376856205
    • NoteBoth front flexible brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing windscreen.
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteFront and rear road springs corroded.
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal cracked.
    • NoteLarge crack to offside of windscreen.
    • NoteOffside front chassis leg corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 2mm.
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to pitt.
    • NoteSlight play in front suspension joints.
    • NoteSlight play in steering idler bush.
    • NoteWindscreen chipped in zone b.

Questions about SEN 586

What vehicle is registration SEN 586 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SEN 586 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz 420 first used on 10 May 1988. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SEN 586 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SEN 586 expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SEN 586?
The MOT on SEN 586 expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SEN 586 done?
SEN 586 was recorded at 41,199 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 276 miles a year.
Has SEN 586 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SEN 586 has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2017.
Has the mileage on SEN 586 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on SEN 586 find?
SEN 586 passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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