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Mercedes-Benz S 430

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T887 VEBMOT history

T887 VEB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz S 430 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2025
Mileage
137,479 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T887 VEB
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 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T887 VEB was last recorded at 137,479 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 2,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,086 miles · 29 Dec 2018
Between the last two tests
2,393 miles
Average per year
2,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,479 miles
  • 2018 – 135,086 miles
  • 2016 – 130,603 miles
  • 2015 – 128,406 miles
  • 2014 – 125,541 miles
  • 2013 – 122,207 miles
  • 2012 – 117,931 miles
  • 2011 – 114,330 miles
  • 2010 – 110,221 miles
  • 2009 – 106,096 miles
  • 2008 – 102,132 miles
  • 2007 – 98,702 miles
  • 2006 – 93,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,479 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion under and around vehicle

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 tyre has nail in it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,479 miles (+2,393)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,479 miles
    Test number
    758430522433
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under and around vehicle

  2. Pass135,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,086 miles
    Test number
    905396386311
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail135,086 miles (+1,974)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,086 miles
    Test number
    632873847413
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass133,112 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    133,112 miles
    Test number
    533624881185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has nail in it

  5. Fail133,108 miles (+2,505)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,108 miles
    Test number
    490292301101
    • FailureFront Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both sides front (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jack up point has got big hole (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has nail in it

  6. Pass130,603 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,603 miles
    Test number
    369779234037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,406 miles (+2,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    128,406 miles
    Test number
    174420827504
    • AdvisoryOs front ball joint rubber split os ns rear steel brake pipes corroded

  8. Pass125,541 miles (+3,334)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    125,541 miles
    Test number
    718524014390
    • NoteNS MIRROR LOOSE NS WASHER JET BLOCKED

  9. Pass122,207 miles (+4,276)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,207 miles
    Test number
    775492113348
    • NoteNearside & offside rear fixed brake pipes appear badly corroded but unable to fully inspect
    • NoteNearside front washer jet blocked but centre provides adequate fluid
    • NoteOil leaks on engine

  10. Pass117,931 miles (+244)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,931 miles
    Test number
    269428702350
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner and outer treads slight wear

  11. Fail117,687 miles (+3,357)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,687 miles
    Test number
    465027772268
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass114,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    808773461282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,330 miles (+4,109)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    887066051285
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass110,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    110,221 miles
    Test number
    360906280174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail110,221 miles (+4,125)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,221 miles
    Test number
    801126680138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  16. Pass106,096 miles (+3,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    106,096 miles
    Test number
    934251289139
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass102,132 miles (+3,430)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,132 miles
    Test number
    911928078171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSRS LIGHT ON PERM

  18. Fail98,702 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,702 miles
    Test number
    403189067158
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass98,702 miles (+4,711)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    98,702 miles
    Test number
    561089467123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    93,991 miles
    Test number
    711154276071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T887 VEB

Does T887 VEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T887 VEB expired on 28 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T887 VEB?
The MOT on T887 VEB expired on 28 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T887 VEB done?
T887 VEB was recorded at 137,479 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 2,433 miles a year.
Has T887 VEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T887 VEB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T887 VEB 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 T887 VEB find?
T887 VEB passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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