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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,999 cc

T653 UCFMOT history

T653 UCF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2019 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 151,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2019
Mileage
151,634 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T653 UCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2019
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T653 UCF was last recorded at 151,634 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 5,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2014: 133,128 miles, lower than 133,379 miles on 12 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,156 miles · 17 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
5,478 miles
Average per year
4,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,634 miles
  • 2018 – 146,156 miles
  • 2016 – 143,359 miles
  • 2015 – 137,629 miles
  • 2014 – 133,128 miles
  • 2013 – 125,719 miles
  • 2012 – 104,207 miles
  • 2011 – 100,237 miles
  • 2010 – 97,927 miles
  • 2009 – 91,258 miles
  • 2008 – 83,388 miles
  • 2006 – 68,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,634 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working Wing mirror indicator. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt split/damaged (Likley to fail).
  • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 1.8mm through centre. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion through to a hole. (Wheel arch).
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt buckle incorrectly fitted.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner & outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel binding on rotation (Slight).
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail151,634 miles (+5,478)16 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,634 miles
    Test number
    508421264024
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working Wing mirror indicator. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt split/damaged (Likley to fail).
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 1.8mm through centre. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion through to a hole. (Wheel arch).
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt buckle incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner & outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking/lifting bung. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel binding on rotation (Slight).
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass146,156 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    146,156 miles
    Test number
    976713470367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs
    • AdvisoryN\s front lower ball joint dust cover
  3. Fail146,155 miles (+2,796)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,155 miles
    Test number
    575498198301
    • DangerousDrive belt so worn it is likely to fail ( BELT PULLY ) (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine slight oil leak
  4. Pass143,359 miles (+5,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    143,359 miles
    Test number
    168131871073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  5. Pass137,629 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,629 miles
    Test number
    877371365111
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  6. Fail137,629 miles (+4,501)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,629 miles
    Test number
    539150065134
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  7. Pass133,128 miles (-251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    133,128 miles
    Test number
    739258464185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  8. Fail133,379 miles (+7,660)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,379 miles
    Test number
    869063064129
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  9. Pass125,719 miles (+18)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    125,719 miles
    Test number
    236424263109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Fail125,701 miles (+21,494)4 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,701 miles
    Test number
    265851163405
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass104,207 miles (+3,970)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    104,207 miles
    Test number
    385854652185
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSRS WARNING LIGHT ON
  12. Pass100,237 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,237 miles
    Test number
    377839961173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,927 miles
    Test number
    473299260172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,927 miles (+6,669)1 failure9 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,927 miles
    Test number
    281986360108
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn
  15. Pass91,258 miles (+7,870)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    91,258 miles
    Test number
    161006959148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,388 miles (+14,873)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    372505638171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp on
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front lower ball joint ruber gaiter split[dirtgaurd]
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front lower rear ball joint
  17. Pass68,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,515 miles
    Test number
    652765676220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T653 UCF

Does T653 UCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T653 UCF expired on 16 Aug 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T653 UCF?
The MOT on T653 UCF expired on 16 Aug 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T653 UCF done?
T653 UCF was recorded at 151,634 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 4,928 miles a year.
Has T653 UCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T653 UCF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T653 UCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T653 UCF find?
T653 UCF failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 16 major defects, 2 minor defects and 15 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake fluid contaminated; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 30 more.

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