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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

T121 CVTMOT history

T121 CVT is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 9 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 167,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,098 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 CVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 CVT was last recorded at 167,098 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 5,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,444 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,654 miles
Average per year
9,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,098 miles
  • 2025 – 161,444 miles
  • 2024 – 155,657 miles
  • 2023 – 150,519 miles
  • 2022 – 146,282 miles
  • 2021 – 139,682 miles
  • 2019 – 130,063 miles
  • 2018 – 120,797 miles
  • 2017 – 107,886 miles
  • 2016 – 88,157 miles
  • 2015 – 58,418 miles
  • 2014 – 58,075 miles
  • 2013 – 57,043 miles
  • 2012 – 41,527 miles
  • 2011 – 31,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,098 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicleRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,098 miles (+5,654)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,098 miles
    Test number
    149537853489
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  2. Pass161,444 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,444 miles
    Test number
    374966654972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  3. Fail161,441 miles (+5,784)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,441 miles
    Test number
    928495527601
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  4. Pass155,657 miles (+5,138)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,657 miles
    Test number
    626624510202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass150,519 miles (+4,237)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    150,519 miles
    Test number
    290785993051
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion: Exhaust

  6. Pass146,282 miles (+6,600)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    146,282 miles
    Test number
    986454869272
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,682 miles (+9,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,682 miles
    Test number
    422962945692
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass130,063 miles (+9,266)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,063 miles
    Test number
    605942350185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,797 miles (+12,911)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,797 miles
    Test number
    678460066403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,886 miles (+19,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,886 miles
    Test number
    198344310968
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass88,157 miles (+29,739)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,157 miles
    Test number
    767900560774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,418 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,418 miles
    Test number
    796888935117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,075 miles (+1,032)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,075 miles
    Test number
    557846954139
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash .

  14. Pass57,043 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,043 miles
    Test number
    509998643119
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail56,955 miles (+15,428)1 dangerous6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,955 miles
    Test number
    415942523188
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteGlow plug warning light on

  16. Pass41,527 miles (+9,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,527 miles
    Test number
    115531522184
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass31,783 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,783 miles
    Test number
    607606811133
    • NoteFront tyres worn on the edges

Questions about T121 CVT

Does T121 CVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T121 CVT is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T121 CVT?
The MOT on T121 CVT is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T121 CVT done?
T121 CVT was recorded at 167,098 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 9,175 miles a year.
Has T121 CVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 CVT has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T121 CVT 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 T121 CVT find?
T121 CVT passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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