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Mercedes-Benz S 430

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T765 KAPMOT history

T765 KAP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz S 430 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2022
Mileage
80,030 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T765 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S 430
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T765 KAP was last recorded at 80,030 miles on 3 Nov 2021, 1,633 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,397 miles · 7 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
1,633 miles
Average per year
3,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 80,030 miles
  • 2020 – 78,397 miles
  • 2019 – 74,540 miles
  • 2018 – 69,741 miles
  • 2017 – 64,845 miles
  • 2016 – 57,100 miles
  • 2015 – 51,191 miles
  • 2014 – 50,892 miles
  • 2013 – 48,290 miles
  • 2012 – 45,314 miles
  • 2011 – 43,261 miles
  • 2010 – 41,248 miles
  • 2009 – 38,402 miles
  • 2008 – 33,514 miles
  • 2007 – 30,089 miles
  • 2006 – 26,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,030 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,030 miles (+1,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,030 miles
    Test number
    833752150770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    78,397 miles
    Test number
    162231576612
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail78,397 miles (+3,857)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,397 miles
    Test number
    617718370105
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass74,540 miles (+4,799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,540 miles
    Test number
    146939338383
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass69,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    131758232202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,741 miles (+4,896)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    730226867274
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass64,845 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    777828197963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,837 miles (+7,737)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,837 miles
    Test number
    472677532823
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailurePassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  9. Pass57,100 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,100 miles
    Test number
    780503549137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,191 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,191 miles
    Test number
    415076155149
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the outer edge
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail51,191 miles (+299)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,191 miles
    Test number
    789844255147
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on the outer edge
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass50,892 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,892 miles
    Test number
    246960794045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,290 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    48,290 miles
    Test number
    728892623009
    • NoteSRS lamp on
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked

  14. Fail48,290 miles (+2,976)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,290 miles
    Test number
    265092523055
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteSRS lamp on
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked

  15. Pass45,314 miles (+2,053)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,314 miles
    Test number
    936188512081
    • NoteAir-bag warning light on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has nail in tread
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread depth getting slightly low
    • NoteRear brake hoses slightly perished

  16. Pass43,261 miles (+2,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,261 miles
    Test number
    107395931495
    • NoteAirbag light is on

  17. Pass41,248 miles (+2,846)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,248 miles
    Test number
    900634550082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,402 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,402 miles
    Test number
    644975359099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,514 miles
    Test number
    341180158047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,514 miles (+3,425)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,514 miles
    Test number
    711230958099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass30,089 miles (+3,380)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,089 miles
    Test number
    193106867030
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  22. Pass26,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,709 miles
    Test number
    141274976067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T765 KAP

Does T765 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T765 KAP expired on 2 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T765 KAP?
The MOT on T765 KAP expired on 2 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T765 KAP done?
T765 KAP was recorded at 80,030 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2021, an average of 3,410 miles a year.
Has T765 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T765 KAP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on T765 KAP 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 T765 KAP find?
T765 KAP passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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