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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,966 cc

T883 JGCMOT history

T883 JGC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 2 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,971 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T883 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T883 JGC was last recorded at 72,971 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,001 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
970 miles
Average per year
2,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,971 miles
  • 2024 – 72,001 miles
  • 2022 – 69,091 miles
  • 2019 – 64,669 miles
  • 2017 – 63,342 miles
  • 2016 – 58,348 miles
  • 2015 – 56,144 miles
  • 2014 – 54,222 miles
  • 2013 – 52,900 miles
  • 2011 – 49,536 miles
  • 2010 – 45,991 miles
  • 2009 – 40,019 miles
  • 2008 – 36,372 miles
  • 2007 – 33,154 miles
  • 2005 – 23,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,971 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,971 miles (+970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,971 miles
    Test number
    666701433864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass72,001 miles (+671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    72,001 miles
    Test number
    179193580256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension Components Corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted

  3. Pass71,330 miles (+2,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,330 miles
    Test number
    152685292808
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,091 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,091 miles
    Test number
    965259907930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail69,091 miles (+30)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,091 miles
    Test number
    747027602711
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL AND JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail69,061 miles (+4,392)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,061 miles
    Test number
    876014850335
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass64,669 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,669 miles
    Test number
    278427869153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,342 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,342 miles
    Test number
    835061065844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,521 miles
    Test number
    836902463135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Fail61,511 miles (+3,163)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,511 miles
    Test number
    709810849723
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass58,348 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,348 miles
    Test number
    722780199049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,144 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,144 miles
    Test number
    339238605065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,222 miles (+1,322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,222 miles
    Test number
    907167104074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass52,900 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,900 miles
    Test number
    736931123016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,536 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,536 miles
    Test number
    696634991289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,991 miles (+5,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,991 miles
    Test number
    164344970204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass40,019 miles (+3,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,019 miles
    Test number
    502805879224
    • 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)

  18. Pass36,372 miles (+3,218)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,372 miles
    Test number
    272441218207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,154 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,154 miles
    Test number
    100578407239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,028 miles (+8,576)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,028 miles
    Test number
    231464347004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    23,452 miles
    Test number
    693041155332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T883 JGC

Does T883 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T883 JGC is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T883 JGC?
The MOT on T883 JGC is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T883 JGC done?
T883 JGC was recorded at 72,971 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 2,467 miles a year.
Has T883 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T883 JGC has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T883 JGC 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 T883 JGC find?
T883 JGC passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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