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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 5,987 cc

T172 ORPMOT history

T172 ORP is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 176,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2025
Mileage
176,042 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 ORP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,987 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 ORP was last recorded at 176,042 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,992 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
3,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,042 miles
  • 2021 – 175,992 miles
  • 2020 – 175,556 miles
  • 2019 – 175,215 miles
  • 2018 – 174,847 miles
  • 2017 – 174,474 miles
  • 2016 – 174,005 miles
  • 2015 – 173,504 miles
  • 2014 – 171,655 miles
  • 2013 – 169,605 miles
  • 2012 – 167,524 miles
  • 2011 – 156,854 miles
  • 2010 – 148,620 miles
  • 2009 – 139,635 miles
  • 2008 – 134,859 miles
  • 2007 – 132,354 miles
  • 2005 – 121,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    145828056371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    816189682201
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  3. Pass176,042 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,042 miles
    Test number
    141711751633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,992 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,992 miles
    Test number
    796929819594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail175,973 miles (+417)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,973 miles
    Test number
    936726096941
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass175,556 miles (+341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    175,556 miles
    Test number
    690571359047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper n/s/f upper gaiter anti roll bar link arm showing signs of cracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer o/s/r clear plastic outer cover lens cracked .

  7. Pass175,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    175,215 miles
    Test number
    720029335054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper tie rod gaiter showing signs of cracking .

  8. Fail175,215 miles (+368)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,215 miles
    Test number
    398592721013
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white /lens cracked but not showing white light.x2 orange bulbs. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper tie rod gaiter showing signs of cracking .

  9. Pass174,847 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    174,847 miles
    Test number
    266838731428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass174,474 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    174,474 miles
    Test number
    593472088659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass174,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    174,005 miles
    Test number
    391292575434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail174,005 miles (+501)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,005 miles
    Test number
    963851253950
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass173,504 miles (+1,849)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    173,504 miles
    Test number
    206417895491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass171,655 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    171,655 miles
    Test number
    578839494191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass169,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    169,605 miles
    Test number
    148938123168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail169,605 miles (+2,081)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,605 miles
    Test number
    208767123196
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass167,524 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    167,524 miles
    Test number
    968268212134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail167,522 miles (+10,668)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,522 miles
    Test number
    518277312130
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass156,854 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    156,854 miles
    Test number
    615013621199
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail156,854 miles (+8,234)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,854 miles
    Test number
    397596511125
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass148,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    148,620 miles
    Test number
    701794320191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail148,619 miles (+8,984)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,619 miles
    Test number
    411974520182
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass139,635 miles (+3)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    139,635 miles
    Test number
    763208929136
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/S/F ANTI ROLL BAR LINK TOP BALL JOINT RUBBER SPLIT
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  24. Fail139,632 miles (+4,773)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,632 miles
    Test number
    382534549069
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWINDSCREEN CHIPPED

  25. Pass134,859 miles (+2,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    134,859 miles
    Test number
    254867238050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass132,354 miles (+10,745)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    132,354 miles
    Test number
    611250757080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass121,609 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    121,609 miles
    Test number
    164086435250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail121,586 miles4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,586 miles
    Test number
    352755235490
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCENTRE STOP LIGHT NOT WORKING

Questions about T172 ORP

Does T172 ORP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 ORP expired on 30 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 ORP?
The MOT on T172 ORP expired on 30 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 ORP done?
T172 ORP was recorded at 176,042 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 3,133 miles a year.
Has T172 ORP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 ORP has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T172 ORP 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 T172 ORP find?
T172 ORP passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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