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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

V88 DBHMOT history

V88 DBH is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 12 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 70,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

V88 DBH silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,586 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V88 DBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V88 DBH was last recorded at 70,586 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 7,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,289 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,297 miles
Average per year
4,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,586 miles
  • 2025 – 63,289 miles
  • 2024 – 54,759 miles
  • 2023 – 50,279 miles
  • 2022 – 50,132 miles
  • 2021 – 45,343 miles
  • 2020 – 41,592 miles
  • 2019 – 38,920 miles
  • 2018 – 34,631 miles
  • 2017 – 26,152 miles
  • 2015 – 22,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,586 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near side and off side front under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,586 miles (+7,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,586 miles
    Test number
    855452901614
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near side and off side front under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass63,289 miles (+8,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    413052059135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass54,759 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,759 miles
    Test number
    694165141515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,733 miles (+4,454)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,733 miles
    Test number
    174464036027
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass50,279 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    400557968859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,132 miles (+4,789)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    551621334477
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres becoming worn 2-3mm centre of tread

  7. Pass45,343 miles (+3,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    45,343 miles
    Test number
    540644893733
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted

  8. Pass41,592 miles (+2,672)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    41,592 miles
    Test number
    784713946094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass38,920 miles (+4,289)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,920 miles
    Test number
    345959182112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass34,631 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    34,631 miles
    Test number
    759869551467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,356 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    30,356 miles
    Test number
    489551436782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,152 miles (+3,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    198194855505
    • Advisory1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully as plastic covers fitted.
    • Advisory2. Undersides of vehicle not tested as plastic covers fitted.

  13. Pass22,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    22,570 miles
    Test number
    113013471278
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail22,570 miles (+4,877)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,570 miles
    Test number
    128920687489
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass17,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    17,693 miles
    Test number
    475978005085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V88 DBH

Does V88 DBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V88 DBH is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V88 DBH?
The MOT on V88 DBH is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V88 DBH done?
V88 DBH was recorded at 70,586 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 4,807 miles a year.
Has V88 DBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V88 DBH has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V88 DBH 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 V88 DBH find?
V88 DBH passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near side and off side front under wheel arch.

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