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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

V68 FAWMOT history

V68 FAW is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 18 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Feb 2023
Mileage
106,610 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V68 FAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
18 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V68 FAW was last recorded at 106,610 miles on 20 Jan 2022, 2,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,264 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,346 miles
Average per year
2,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,610 miles
  • 2021 – 104,264 miles
  • 2019 – 102,302 miles
  • 2017 – 101,070 miles
  • 2016 – 99,327 miles
  • 2015 – 97,001 miles
  • 2014 – 93,127 miles
  • 2013 – 90,941 miles
  • 2012 – 89,347 miles
  • 2011 – 86,824 miles
  • 2010 – 83,659 miles
  • 2009 – 81,984 miles
  • 2007 – 77,504 miles
  • 2006 – 73,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,610 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,610 miles (+2,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    106,610 miles
    Test number
    292674499710
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass104,264 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,264 miles
    Test number
    912121385242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail104,236 miles (+1,934)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,236 miles
    Test number
    901346970865
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,302 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,302 miles
    Test number
    823753990763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,301 miles (+1,231)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,301 miles
    Test number
    384340218234
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,070 miles
    Test number
    378607966204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail101,070 miles (+1,743)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,070 miles
    Test number
    972865763245
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass99,327 miles (+2,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,327 miles
    Test number
    276830711359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass97,001 miles (+3,874)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,001 miles
    Test number
    695661523223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,127 miles (+2,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    245766144201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass90,941 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,941 miles
    Test number
    358806763297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,347 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    309036252491
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail89,347 miles (+2,523)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    876276452274
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass86,824 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    309046381156
    • 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)

  15. Fail86,818 miles (+3,159)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    198450981139
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • 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)

  16. Pass83,659 miles (+1,675)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,659 miles
    Test number
    513426870053
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFloor pans covered with plastic trim

  17. Pass81,984 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,984 miles
    Test number
    921686329079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,982 miles (+4,478)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,982 miles
    Test number
    420064919030
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass77,504 miles (+4,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    77,504 miles
    Test number
    604068147367
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass73,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    73,188 miles
    Test number
    492800256383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,188 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,188 miles
    Test number
    281678146306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about V68 FAW

Does V68 FAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V68 FAW expired on 11 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V68 FAW?
The MOT on V68 FAW expired on 11 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V68 FAW done?
V68 FAW was recorded at 106,610 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2022, an average of 2,213 miles a year.
Has V68 FAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V68 FAW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on V68 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 V68 FAW find?
V68 FAW passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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