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Mercedes-Benz 500

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 4,973 cc

L27 HKMMOT history

L27 HKM is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 115,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,113 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 HKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 HKM was last recorded at 115,113 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 3,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,384 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,729 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,113 miles
  • 2025 – 111,384 miles
  • 2024 – 111,206 miles
  • 2023 – 111,205 miles
  • 2011 – 110,842 miles
  • 2009 – 103,262 miles
  • 2008 – 98,666 miles
  • 2007 – 88,026 miles
  • 2006 – 83,376 miles
  • 2005 – 78,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,113 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,113 miles (+3,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,113 miles
    Test number
    700503699685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass111,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,384 miles
    Test number
    883914268191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail111,384 miles (+178)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,384 miles
    Test number
    676022658336
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass111,206 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,206 miles
    Test number
    440688505561
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass111,205 miles (+363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,205 miles
    Test number
    200558986504
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

  6. Pass110,842 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    110,842 miles
    Test number
    265088601329
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight playt in o/side rear hub assembly

  7. Fail110,842 miles (+7,580)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,842 miles
    Test number
    906118201329
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight playt in o/side rear hub assembly

  8. Pass103,262 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,262 miles
    Test number
    701114659288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,011 miles (+4,345)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,011 miles
    Test number
    721806649289
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner and outer shoulders
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to legal limit of 1.6mm

  10. Pass98,666 miles (+79)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    594884258269
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBad oil leak from front of engine
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  11. Fail98,587 miles (+10,561)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,587 miles
    Test number
    563316948232
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBad oil leak from front of engine
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  12. Pass88,026 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    883231247275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,017 miles (+4,641)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,017 miles
    Test number
    971560347273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  14. Pass83,376 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    83,376 miles
    Test number
    341888646471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    78,562 miles
    Test number
    354759335244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 HKM

Does L27 HKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 HKM is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 HKM?
The MOT on L27 HKM is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 HKM done?
L27 HKM was recorded at 115,113 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has L27 HKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 HKM has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L27 HKM 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 L27 HKM find?
L27 HKM passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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