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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

L17 TGMMOT history

L17 TGM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 128,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2025.

L17 TGM black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2025
Mileage
128,288 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L17 TGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L17 TGM was last recorded at 128,288 miles on 28 Jan 2025, 2,943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,345 miles · 26 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,943 miles
Average per year
5,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,288 miles
  • 2024 – 125,345 miles
  • 2023 – 120,785 miles
  • 2022 – 114,703 miles
  • 2020 – 108,817 miles
  • 2019 – 102,418 miles
  • 2018 – 97,896 miles
  • 2017 – 91,271 miles
  • 2016 – 85,938 miles
  • 2015 – 78,285 miles
  • 2014 – 72,319 miles
  • 2013 – 67,167 miles
  • 2012 – 58,589 miles
  • 2011 – 45,063 miles
  • 2009 – 41,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,288 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis members and sills (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front + worn down on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,288 miles (+2,943)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,288 miles
    Test number
    645383434578
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis members and sills (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front + worn down on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass125,345 miles (+4,560)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,345 miles
    Test number
    861166392262
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases +flexy pipe breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened +rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. +noisy+sometimes staying on (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis members corroding
    • AdvisoryCovers underside loose
  3. Pass120,785 miles (+6,082)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,785 miles
    Test number
    998360936216
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust flexible joint is worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp is slightly damaged.
  4. Pass114,703 miles (+5,886)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,703 miles
    Test number
    917337758297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    621456539979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,817 miles (+6,399)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    297225123582
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass102,418 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,418 miles
    Test number
    833734251554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,896 miles (+6,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,896 miles
    Test number
    104067336912
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass91,271 miles (+5,333)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    91,271 miles
    Test number
    830452644219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,938 miles (+7,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,938 miles
    Test number
    533272837398
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass78,285 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,285 miles
    Test number
    699515855007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,319 miles (+5,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,319 miles
    Test number
    159266454417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass67,167 miles (+8,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    67,167 miles
    Test number
    175812753027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass58,589 miles (+13,526)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,589 miles
    Test number
    815819232049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,063 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    545819841009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,834 miles
    Test number
    720290759384
    • NoteCUT IN OUTER WALL OF N/S/F TYRE NOT EXPOSING CORDS

Questions about L17 TGM

Does L17 TGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L17 TGM expired on 26 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L17 TGM?
The MOT on L17 TGM expired on 26 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L17 TGM done?
L17 TGM was recorded at 128,288 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2025, an average of 5,718 miles a year.
Has L17 TGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L17 TGM has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L17 TGM 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 L17 TGM find?
L17 TGM failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2025 with 1 dangerous defect and 7 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake hose slightly deteriorated both front and offside rear; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 5 more.

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