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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,966 cc

V649 FAWMOT history

V649 FAW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2022
Mileage
91,256 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V649 FAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
6 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V649 FAW was last recorded at 91,256 miles on 6 May 2022, 5,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,934 miles · 28 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
5,322 miles
Average per year
2,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 91,256 miles
  • 2021 – 85,934 miles
  • 2019 – 85,346 miles
  • 2018 – 84,673 miles
  • 2017 – 83,675 miles
  • 2016 – 81,351 miles
  • 2015 – 75,431 miles
  • 2014 – 72,597 miles
  • 2013 – 70,518 miles
  • 2012 – 67,419 miles
  • 2011 – 65,225 miles
  • 2010 – 62,970 miles
  • 2009 – 59,971 miles
  • 2007 – 58,177 miles
  • 2006 – 53,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,256 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front suspension arms ball joint dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Headlamps lens faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside rear inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,256 miles (+5,322)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,256 miles
    Test number
    718287372333
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass85,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    85,934 miles
    Test number
    786340764049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail85,934 miles (+588)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,934 miles
    Test number
    931852621575
    • MajorNearside Side repeater does not face the side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass85,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,346 miles
    Test number
    853226710226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,345 miles (+672)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,345 miles
    Test number
    462200957920
    • MajorExhaust system insecure 3x rear exhaust brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both headlamps lens faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm outer ball joint (marked in yellow) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm outer ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ream arm outer ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass84,673 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,673 miles
    Test number
    677325325480
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps lens faded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside rear inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail84,672 miles (+997)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,672 miles
    Test number
    450972641888
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Offside rear inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps lens faded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside rear inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass83,675 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,675 miles
    Test number
    909081656790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass83,675 miles (+2,324)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,675 miles
    Test number
    454039959239
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass81,351 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,351 miles
    Test number
    677523167369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,431 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,431 miles
    Test number
    797004415113
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth head lights in poor condition

  12. Fail75,431 miles (+2,834)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,431 miles
    Test number
    705761315166
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth head lights in poor condition
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  13. Pass72,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,597 miles
    Test number
    415515014158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,597 miles (+2,079)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,597 miles
    Test number
    138718494485
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs rusty

  15. Pass70,518 miles (+3,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    209469003137
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass67,419 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    537838912167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    65,225 miles
    Test number
    196879451110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,225 miles (+2,255)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,225 miles
    Test number
    955048251171
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs rusty

  19. Pass62,970 miles (+2,999)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,970 miles
    Test number
    122957790462
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront suspension noisy

  20. Pass59,971 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,971 miles
    Test number
    861741399017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,177 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,177 miles
    Test number
    423503437478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,959 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,959 miles
    Test number
    820894167001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,052 miles
    Test number
    494561446070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V649 FAW

Does V649 FAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V649 FAW expired on 27 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V649 FAW?
The MOT on V649 FAW expired on 27 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V649 FAW done?
V649 FAW was recorded at 91,256 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2022, an average of 2,354 miles a year.
Has V649 FAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V649 FAW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V649 FAW 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 V649 FAW find?
V649 FAW failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 2 advisories: stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released; central rear seat belt buckle missing; nearside rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, and 3 more.

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