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Mercedes-Benz S 430

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T503 BPOMOT history

T503 BPO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S 430 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,122 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T503 BPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S 430
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T503 BPO was last recorded at 159,122 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,019 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
103 miles
Average per year
2,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,122 miles
  • 2025 – 159,019 miles
  • 2023 – 158,379 miles
  • 2016 – 158,258 miles
  • 2015 – 157,902 miles
  • 2014 – 156,589 miles
  • 2013 – 155,299 miles
  • 2012 – 149,382 miles
  • 2011 – 142,553 miles
  • 2010 – 134,411 miles
  • 2009 – 127,561 miles
  • 2008 – 118,680 miles
  • 2007 – 109,989 miles
  • 2006 – 100,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,122 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,122 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,122 miles
    Test number
    538491193151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,019 miles (+640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    159,019 miles
    Test number
    524225221539
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass158,379 miles (+121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,379 miles
    Test number
    287469912277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass158,258 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,258 miles
    Test number
    274332735422
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  5. Pass157,902 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    157,902 miles
    Test number
    468794505185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNear side front and both rear suspension boots splitting
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail157,902 miles (+1,313)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,902 miles
    Test number
    247494405144
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNear side front and both rear suspension boots splitting
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass156,589 miles (+1,290)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    156,589 miles
    Test number
    935881194077
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.
    • NoteLarge plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.
    • NotePoor reserve travel on parking brake.

  8. Pass155,299 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    155,299 miles
    Test number
    175259093441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight play from steering rack inner joints

  9. Fail155,297 miles (+5,915)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,297 miles
    Test number
    178449993451
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight play from steering rack inner joints

  10. Pass149,382 miles (+6,829)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    149,382 miles
    Test number
    778661182028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,553 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    142,553 miles
    Test number
    866090371026
    • NoteSrs lamp on

  12. Fail142,553 miles (+8,142)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,553 miles
    Test number
    116018561014
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSrs lamp on

  13. Pass134,411 miles (+6,850)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    134,411 miles
    Test number
    973466570050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,561 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    127,561 miles
    Test number
    904341899087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass118,680 miles (+8,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,680 miles
    Test number
    992499678094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass109,989 miles (+9,332)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    109,989 miles
    Test number
    920453397000
    • NoteBrakes low all round.
    • NoteFront 'no' plate discoloured.
    • NoteRear brake flexys perished.
    • NoteRear prop coupling cracking.
    • NoteStone chips in screen.
    • NoteTyres low all round. N/s/f bald on outer edge.

  17. Pass100,657 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    100,657 miles
    Test number
    200260606431
    • NoteFront discs getting a bit rusty on inner edge

Questions about T503 BPO

Does T503 BPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T503 BPO is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T503 BPO?
The MOT on T503 BPO is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T503 BPO done?
T503 BPO was recorded at 159,122 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,927 miles a year.
Has T503 BPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T503 BPO has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on T503 BPO 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 T503 BPO find?
T503 BPO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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