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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T871 LJWMOT history

T871 LJW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
138,110 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T871 LJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T871 LJW was last recorded at 138,110 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,508 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
602 miles
Average per year
4,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,110 miles
  • 2024 – 137,508 miles
  • 2023 – 136,988 miles
  • 2022 – 135,175 miles
  • 2021 – 132,088 miles
  • 2020 – 131,219 miles
  • 2019 – 129,621 miles
  • 2018 – 122,690 miles
  • 2017 – 115,231 miles
  • 2016 – 110,925 miles
  • 2015 – 104,061 miles
  • 2014 – 97,984 miles
  • 2013 – 93,082 miles
  • 2012 – 86,576 miles
  • 2011 – 84,193 miles
  • 2010 – 81,066 miles
  • 2009 – 75,719 miles
  • 2008 – 65,859 miles
  • 2007 – 63,476 miles
  • 2006 – 58,224 miles
  • 2005 – 52,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,110 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,110 miles (+602)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,110 miles
    Test number
    259740639634
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,508 miles (+520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    137,508 miles
    Test number
    235424726784
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear left and right jacking point slightly corroded within prescribed area

  3. Pass136,988 miles (+1,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,988 miles
    Test number
    219222634586
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear left and right jacking point slightly corroded

  4. Pass135,175 miles (+3,087)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,175 miles
    Test number
    916443778418
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,088 miles (+869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,088 miles
    Test number
    915624792335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass131,219 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,219 miles
    Test number
    866378570686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,621 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,621 miles
    Test number
    285546227609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,690 miles
    Test number
    749679635714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,690 miles (+7,459)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,690 miles
    Test number
    643997268943
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass115,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,231 miles
    Test number
    307224602482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,231 miles (+4,306)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,231 miles
    Test number
    747531109061
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass110,925 miles (+6,864)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,925 miles
    Test number
    103691847821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,061 miles (+6,077)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,061 miles
    Test number
    554882269946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,984 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,984 miles
    Test number
    556297544254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,082 miles (+6,506)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    93,082 miles
    Test number
    909765253213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,576 miles (+2,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,576 miles
    Test number
    988568052207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,193 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,193 miles
    Test number
    435421671289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,066 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,066 miles
    Test number
    271970360216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,719 miles (+9,860)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,719 miles
    Test number
    184028659241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,859 miles (+2,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,859 miles
    Test number
    122744258230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass63,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,476 miles
    Test number
    204643667280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,476 miles (+10)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,476 miles
    Test number
    634992067277
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted.
    • NoteFull engine tray fitted.

  23. Pass63,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,466 miles
    Test number
    371943057265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,466 miles (+5,242)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,466 miles
    Test number
    644293457293
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass58,224 miles (+5,349)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,224 miles
    Test number
    541767286226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    831714485261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T871 LJW

Does T871 LJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T871 LJW expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T871 LJW?
The MOT on T871 LJW expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T871 LJW done?
T871 LJW was recorded at 138,110 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 4,264 miles a year.
Has T871 LJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T871 LJW has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T871 LJW 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 T871 LJW find?
T871 LJW passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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