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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,987 cc

V10 DCBMOT history

V10 DCB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 3 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 89,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V10 DCB black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,004 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 DCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
3 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 DCB was last recorded at 89,004 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,861 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
143 miles
Average per year
9,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,004 miles
  • 2025 – 71,424 miles
  • 2024 – 61,762 miles
  • 2023 – 48,494 miles
  • 2022 – 45,433 miles
  • 2021 – 33,886 miles
  • 2020 – 26,101 miles
  • 2019 – 18,241 miles
  • 2018 – 17,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,004 miles
  • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front water ingress into headlamp image not effectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 29 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,004 miles (+143)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,004 miles
    Test number
    170610782235
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front water ingress into headlamp image not effected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail88,861 miles (+17,437)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,861 miles
    Test number
    225972994779
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front water ingress into headlamp image not effected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass71,424 miles (+9,662)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    867392755897
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass61,762 miles (+13,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    61,762 miles
    Test number
    803545974265
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass48,494 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    582446585966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,433 miles (+11,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    252630054694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass33,886 miles (+7,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    33,886 miles
    Test number
    922664687141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass26,101 miles (+184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,101 miles
    Test number
    656847477354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail25,917 miles (+7,676)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,917 miles
    Test number
    491286788005
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass18,241 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    18,241 miles
    Test number
    382423057819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass17,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    17,866 miles
    Test number
    933117440831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V10 DCB

Does V10 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 DCB is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V10 DCB?
The MOT on V10 DCB is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V10 DCB done?
V10 DCB was recorded at 89,004 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 9,574 miles a year.
Has V10 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 DCB has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V10 DCB 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 V10 DCB find?
V10 DCB passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front water ingress into headlamp image not effected; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall, and 2 more.

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