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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

V655 RDAMOT history

V655 RDA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2026
Mileage
145,501 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V655 RDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V655 RDA was last recorded at 145,501 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 1,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,159 miles · 10 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,342 miles
Average per year
4,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,501 miles
  • 2022 – 144,159 miles
  • 2021 – 142,879 miles
  • 2020 – 141,210 miles
  • 2019 – 139,303 miles
  • 2018 – 138,461 miles
  • 2017 – 135,379 miles
  • 2016 – 132,097 miles
  • 2015 – 128,699 miles
  • 2014 – 125,533 miles
  • 2013 – 122,584 miles
  • 2012 – 117,863 miles
  • 2011 – 114,029 miles
  • 2010 – 104,525 miles
  • 2009 – 88,898 miles
  • 2008 – 79,508 miles
  • 2007 – 73,387 miles
  • 2006 – 67,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Upper Brake hose slightly chafed both sides cracking & perished

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    480528248232
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Pass145,501 miles (+1,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    145,501 miles
    Test number
    331319364250
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,159 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    144,159 miles
    Test number
    945001183232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail144,147 miles (+1,268)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,147 miles
    Test number
    875044354222
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass142,879 miles (+1,669)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    142,879 miles
    Test number
    225321606115
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass141,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    141,210 miles
    Test number
    624338317199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail141,210 miles (+1,907)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,210 miles
    Test number
    569148144145
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass139,303 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,303 miles
    Test number
    823675611980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass138,461 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    138,461 miles
    Test number
    160231366040
    • MinorRear Upper Brake hose slightly chafed both sides cracking & perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Fail138,460 miles (+3,081)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,460 miles
    Test number
    343699246770
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded supply to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRear Upper Brake hose slightly chafed both sides cracking & perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  11. Pass135,379 miles (+3,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,379 miles
    Test number
    795331125716
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded supply to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' minor (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass132,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    132,097 miles
    Test number
    482607421824
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail132,097 miles (+3,398)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,097 miles
    Test number
    933480168923
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass128,699 miles (+3,166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    128,699 miles
    Test number
    949418795198
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass125,533 miles (+2,949)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    125,533 miles
    Test number
    339072804455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass122,584 miles (+4,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    122,584 miles
    Test number
    316253603492
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass117,863 miles (+3,834)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,863 miles
    Test number
    686959502268
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass114,029 miles (+9,504)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    114,029 miles
    Test number
    386420301489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass104,525 miles (+15,627)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    104,525 miles
    Test number
    171344090139
    • NoteSome inner edge wear on front tyres

  20. Pass88,898 miles (+9,390)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    632340899121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,508 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,508 miles
    Test number
    412557098186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,490 miles (+6,103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,490 miles
    Test number
    822013398132
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass73,387 miles (+5,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    73,387 miles
    Test number
    174084887117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  24. Pass67,913 miles (+104)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,913 miles
    Test number
    473248706218
    • NoteSigns of wear on front brake discs

  25. Fail67,809 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,809 miles
    Test number
    254530406250
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteSigns of wear on front brake discs
    • NoteVery slight play n/s of steering rack

Questions about V655 RDA

Does V655 RDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V655 RDA expired on 1 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V655 RDA?
The MOT on V655 RDA expired on 1 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V655 RDA done?
V655 RDA was recorded at 145,501 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 4,491 miles a year.
Has V655 RDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V655 RDA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V655 RDA 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 V655 RDA find?
V655 RDA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2025 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 7 more.

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