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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

V10 RFAMOT history

V10 RFA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 25 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 115,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

V10 RFA grey Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,961 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V10 RFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V10 RFA was last recorded at 115,961 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 7,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,584 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,377 miles
Average per year
6,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,961 miles
  • 2025 – 108,584 miles
  • 2024 – 103,948 miles
  • 2023 – 99,062 miles
  • 2022 – 93,848 miles
  • 2021 – 84,173 miles
  • 2020 – 78,855 miles
  • 2019 – 68,666 miles
  • 2018 – 62,000 miles
  • 2017 – 52,750 miles
  • 2016 – 51,014 miles
  • 2015 – 44,092 miles
  • 2014 – 35,594 miles
  • 2013 – 31,752 miles
  • 2012 – 26,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,961 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside + Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s&n/s (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,961 miles (+7,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,961 miles
    Test number
    360191009078
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside + Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

  2. Pass108,584 miles (+4,636)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,584 miles
    Test number
    562453971932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside + Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover/sill trims fitted obscuring view of some components

  3. Pass103,948 miles (+4,886)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,948 miles
    Test number
    995695501708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,062 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,062 miles
    Test number
    382506363334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,848 miles (+9,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,848 miles
    Test number
    662150021513
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays/Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

  6. Pass84,173 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,173 miles
    Test number
    263238644574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,855 miles (+10,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    860301078591
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  8. Pass68,666 miles (+6,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    219822130521
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front + offside rear + nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,000 miles (+9,250)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,000 miles
    Test number
    137834912729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,750 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,750 miles
    Test number
    709104359406
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s&n/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail52,748 miles (+1,734)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,748 miles
    Test number
    188373947725
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s&n/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass51,014 miles (+6,922)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,014 miles
    Test number
    143838544068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,092 miles (+8,498)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,092 miles
    Test number
    609982515155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass35,594 miles (+3,842)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,594 miles
    Test number
    249749334423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,752 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,752 miles
    Test number
    697142743153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,677 miles (+5,065)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,677 miles
    Test number
    445467333195
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass26,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,612 miles
    Test number
    645772452190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V10 RFA

Does V10 RFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V10 RFA is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V10 RFA?
The MOT on V10 RFA is valid until 25 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 RFA done?
V10 RFA was recorded at 115,961 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 6,527 miles a year.
Has V10 RFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V10 RFA has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on V10 RFA 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 RFA find?
V10 RFA passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play nearside + offside; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside + offside, and 1 more.

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