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Mercedes-Benz 500

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 4,973 cc

XAX 12MOT history

XAX 12 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 31 Aug 1989. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 25,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
25,427 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
XAX 12
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

XAX 12 was last recorded at 25,427 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,427 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,427 miles
  • 2025 – 25,055 miles
  • 2024 – 24,852 miles
  • 2023 – 24,694 miles
  • 2022 – 24,524 miles
  • 2021 – 24,509 miles
  • 2020 – 24,492 miles
  • 2019 – 24,422 miles
  • 2018 – 24,409 miles
  • 2017 – 24,162 miles
  • 2016 – 24,043 miles
  • 2015 – 23,969 miles
  • 2014 – 23,809 miles
  • 2013 – 23,549 miles
  • 2012 – 23,312 miles
  • 2011 – 23,042 miles
  • 2010 – 22,706 miles
  • 2009 – 22,501 miles
  • 2008 – 22,182 miles
  • 2007 – 22,002 miles
  • 2006 – 21,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass25,427 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass25,427 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    25,427 miles
    Test number
    890532585803
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail25,427 miles (+372)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,427 miles
    Test number
    589080882354
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass25,055 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    25,055 miles
    Test number
    874843872283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail25,049 miles (+197)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,049 miles
    Test number
    472791393087
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass24,852 miles (+158)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    24,852 miles
    Test number
    132157179943
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass24,694 miles (+170)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    24,694 miles
    Test number
    641386184678
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass24,524 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    24,524 miles
    Test number
    548846845035
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail24,524 miles (+15)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,524 miles
    Test number
    657718827502
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass24,509 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    24,509 miles
    Test number
    674252191557
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail24,505 miles (+13)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,505 miles
    Test number
    969465973390
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass24,492 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    24,492 miles
    Test number
    286481268247
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Fail24,490 miles (+68)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,490 miles
    Test number
    342831997853
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Pass24,422 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    24,422 miles
    Test number
    192654661141
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail24,420 miles (+11)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,420 miles
    Test number
    673498698738
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass24,409 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    24,409 miles
    Test number
    405731338839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail24,409 miles (+247)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,409 miles
    Test number
    774569148285
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass24,162 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    201039074879
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail24,162 miles (+119)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,162 miles
    Test number
    619752389914
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass24,043 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    24,043 miles
    Test number
    626728420241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  20. Pass23,969 miles (+160)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,969 miles
    Test number
    989046415204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll tyres badly perished but no cord visible
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  21. Pass23,809 miles (+260)5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,809 miles
    Test number
    516881734227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres have age related cracks in walls.
    • NoteCorrosion into front chassis at lower suspension mount area (both sides).
    • NoteCorrosion into front roadspring baseplates(both sides)
    • NoteCorrosion into o/s/f inner wing (by coolant resevoir rear mount).
    • NoteN/s washer jet partially blocked.
    • NoteSlight cracks in fuel cap sealing washer= recommend new.

  22. Pass23,549 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,549 miles
    Test number
    666755933291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,312 miles (+270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,312 miles
    Test number
    327021642418
    • NoteFront wipers not clearing 100%

  24. Pass23,042 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,042 miles
    Test number
    228102841268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,706 miles (+96)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,706 miles
    Test number
    261003840240
    • NoteAdvise all four tyre sidewalls beginning to deteriorate due to age.

  26. Fail22,610 miles (+109)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    472317730220
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteAdvise all four tyre sidewalls beginning to deteriorate due to age.

  27. Pass22,501 miles (+319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    772268439244
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass22,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,182 miles
    Test number
    731120248255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail22,182 miles (+180)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,182 miles
    Test number
    960230248299
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass22,002 miles (+228)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,002 miles
    Test number
    930061047275
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear anti squat bushes beginning to perish.
    • NoteSteering idler bushes beginning to perish.

  31. Pass21,774 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,774 miles
    Test number
    382632946467
    • NoteBall joint boots -lower front-perishing
    • NoteBushes on rear shock absorbers perishing
    • NoteCorrosion into flexi brake hose ferrules
    • NoteCorrosion into road springs-front
    • NoteL/h washer jet blocked

Questions about XAX 12

What vehicle is registration XAX 12 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show XAX 12 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 31 Aug 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does XAX 12 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on XAX 12 is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on XAX 12?
The MOT on XAX 12 is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has XAX 12 done?
XAX 12 was recorded at 25,427 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 182 miles a year.
Has XAX 12 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. XAX 12 has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on XAX 12 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 XAX 12 find?
XAX 12 passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes, and 1 more.

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