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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

T16 PBRMOT history

T16 PBR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 206,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2025
Mileage
206,084 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
14,920 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 PBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 PBR was last recorded at 206,084 miles on 1 Apr 2024, 9,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,143 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
9,941 miles
Average per year
14,920 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 206,084 miles
  • 2023 – 196,143 miles
  • 2022 – 181,004 miles
  • 2020 – 174,622 miles
  • 2019 – 167,477 miles
  • 2018 – 151,973 miles
  • 2017 – 132,338 miles
  • 2016 – 101,976 miles
  • 2015 – 75,355 miles
  • 2014 – 63,608 miles
  • 2013 – 40,617 miles
  • 2012 – 30,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,084 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened replacement recommended!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Replacement Recommended!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front tyres wearing uneven

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,084 miles (+9,941)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    206,084 miles
    Test number
    737495969287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass196,143 miles (+15,139)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    196,143 miles
    Test number
    456997639411
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,004 miles (+6,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    181,004 miles
    Test number
    411314724333
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,622 miles (+7,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,622 miles
    Test number
    349276783100
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass167,477 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,477 miles
    Test number
    252700076797
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail167,477 miles (+15,504)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,477 miles
    Test number
    875819784030
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake light not working (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass151,973 miles (+433)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    151,973 miles
    Test number
    141503694335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened replacement recommended! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Replacement Recommended! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Fail151,540 miles (+1,986)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,540 miles
    Test number
    608345185600
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened replacement recommended! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Replacement Recommended! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Fail149,554 miles (+17,216)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,554 miles
    Test number
    670886954474
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Pass132,338 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    132,338 miles
    Test number
    936097210142
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail132,335 miles (+30,359)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,335 miles
    Test number
    747506152052
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass101,976 miles (+26,621)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,976 miles
    Test number
    819299733278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,355 miles (+46)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,355 miles
    Test number
    917819831946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance close to excessive (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play

  14. Fail75,309 miles (+11,701)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,309 miles
    Test number
    322953747989
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance close to excessive (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play

  15. Pass63,608 miles (+22,991)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,608 miles
    Test number
    425199414405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,617 miles (+3,765)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,617 miles
    Test number
    468199613490
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass36,852 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,852 miles
    Test number
    395654063092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,515 miles
    Test number
    646357172155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 PBR

Does T16 PBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 PBR expired on 31 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 PBR?
The MOT on T16 PBR expired on 31 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 PBR done?
T16 PBR was recorded at 206,084 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2024, an average of 14,920 miles a year.
Has T16 PBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 PBR has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T16 PBR 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 T16 PBR find?
T16 PBR passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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