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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Maroon · Petrol · 1999 · 4,966 cc

T573 TCFMOT history

T573 TCF is a maroon petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 17 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2021 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 116,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2021
Mileage
116,586 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2022
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T573 TCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T573 TCF was last recorded at 116,586 miles on 11 Apr 2022, 2,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,276 miles · 12 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
2,310 miles
Average per year
2,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,586 miles
  • 2020 – 114,276 miles
  • 2016 – 112,783 miles
  • 2015 – 108,767 miles
  • 2014 – 103,229 miles
  • 2012 – 100,950 miles
  • 2011 – 99,594 miles
  • 2009 – 91,499 miles
  • 2008 – 84,657 miles
  • 2007 – 77,335 miles
  • 2006 – 69,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,586 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail116,586 miles (+2,310)2 dangerous22 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,586 miles
    Test number
    654527474365
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass114,276 miles (+1,493)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,276 miles
    Test number
    369753714458
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,783 miles
    Test number
    555865513135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,783 miles (+4,016)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,783 miles
    Test number
    861658118714
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel spoke missing (4.2.A.1b)

  5. Pass108,767 miles (+5,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    108,767 miles
    Test number
    136479665458
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass103,229 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    103,229 miles
    Test number
    518882834065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,950 miles (+1,356)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,950 miles
    Test number
    796139552135
    • NoteBoth front brake discs showing wear

  8. Pass99,594 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,594 miles
    Test number
    847095041194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,499 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    91,499 miles
    Test number
    631929159137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,657 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,657 miles
    Test number
    232922578424
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass84,657 miles (+7,322)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    84,657 miles
    Test number
    801882878156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,335 miles (+7,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,335 miles
    Test number
    220955557152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass69,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,898 miles
    Test number
    991493846168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T573 TCF

Does T573 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T573 TCF expired on 11 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T573 TCF?
The MOT on T573 TCF expired on 11 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T573 TCF done?
T573 TCF was recorded at 116,586 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2022, an average of 2,939 miles a year.
Has T573 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T573 TCF has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T573 TCF 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 T573 TCF find?
T573 TCF failed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 22 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; stop lamp(s) all not working; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 27 more.

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