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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 1990 · 2,962 cc

SPR 779MOT history

SPR 779 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2023
Mileage
98,550 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SPR 779
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

SPR 779 was last recorded at 98,550 miles on 9 Dec 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,508 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,550 miles
  • 2021 – 98,508 miles
  • 2020 – 98,456 miles
  • 2019 – 98,428 miles
  • 2018 – 98,110 miles
  • 2017 – 98,043 miles
  • 2016 – 98,042 miles
  • 2015 – 97,953 miles
  • 2014 – 97,595 miles
  • 2013 – 97,189 miles
  • 2012 – 96,702 miles
  • 2011 – 96,351 miles
  • 2010 – 96,065 miles
  • 2009 – 95,407 miles
  • 2008 – 94,645 miles
  • 2007 – 93,386 miles
  • 2006 – 92,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,550 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,550 miles (+42)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,550 miles
    Test number
    172707659307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass98,508 miles (+52)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,508 miles
    Test number
    296080685404
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,456 miles (+28)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,456 miles
    Test number
    934342897270
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  4. Pass98,428 miles (+318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,428 miles
    Test number
    840228220466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaks

  5. Pass98,110 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,110 miles
    Test number
    511314153815
    • AdvisoryAll 4 coil springs corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Fail98,105 miles (+62)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,105 miles
    Test number
    120448732762
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety Oil cooler pipes routed around radiator (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass98,043 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,043 miles
    Test number
    163693062415
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  8. Fail98,042 miles (+89)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,042 miles
    Test number
    261870655763
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement Parking Brake (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded no breaks present

  9. Pass97,953 miles (+357)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,953 miles
    Test number
    274166795830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear differential has surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak at the top of the engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak underneath the engine

  10. Pass97,596 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,596 miles
    Test number
    577702005070
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail97,595 miles (+406)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,595 miles
    Test number
    356230754346
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass97,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,189 miles
    Test number
    245440643309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,189 miles (+487)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,189 miles
    Test number
    408690743465
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  14. Pass96,702 miles (+351)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    965979972270
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteGearbox oil cooler pipe at bottom of radiator is corroding
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass96,351 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    529683801268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,065 miles (+658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    96,065 miles
    Test number
    311486290127
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  17. Pass95,407 miles (+46)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    190271019280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail95,361 miles (+716)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    311238409469
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass94,645 miles (+1,259)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    242771918210
    • NoteAll 4 tyre sidewalls cracked and perished but no cording visible

  20. Fail93,386 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,386 miles
    Test number
    284283687187
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass93,386 miles (+866)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,386 miles
    Test number
    810283987156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass92,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,520 miles
    Test number
    221178596102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail92,520 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,520 miles
    Test number
    630465396158
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Questions about SPR 779

What vehicle is registration SPR 779 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SPR 779 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Aug 1990. 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 SPR 779 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on SPR 779 expired on 11 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on SPR 779?
The MOT on SPR 779 expired on 11 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has SPR 779 done?
SPR 779 was recorded at 98,550 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2022, an average of 368 miles a year.
Has SPR 779 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SPR 779 has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on SPR 779 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 SPR 779 find?
SPR 779 passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; fuel pipe/s corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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