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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 4,973 cc

L51 GYWMOT history

L51 GYW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 30 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
88,676 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 GYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 GYW was last recorded at 88,676 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,676 miles · 31 May 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 88,676 miles
  • 2017 – 88,659 miles
  • 2015 – 88,340 miles
  • 2014 – 85,119 miles
  • 2013 – 85,093 miles
  • 2012 – 85,065 miles
  • 2011 – 83,354 miles
  • 2009 – 79,178 miles
  • 2008 – 78,770 miles
  • 2007 – 77,083 miles
  • 2006 – 74,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,676 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Hand brake performance only just met requirements

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from front (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,676 miles
    Test number
    819704527032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,676 miles (+17)13 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,676 miles
    Test number
    282487119581
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass88,659 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,659 miles
    Test number
    153011347252
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake performance only just met requirements

  4. Fail88,655 miles (+315)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    989589989208
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake performance only just met requirements

  5. Pass88,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,340 miles
    Test number
    885518561355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from front (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail88,340 miles (+3,221)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,340 miles
    Test number
    305074791303
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from front (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass85,119 miles (+26)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,119 miles
    Test number
    199157914345
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  8. Pass85,093 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,093 miles
    Test number
    297618113295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass85,065 miles (+1,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,065 miles
    Test number
    966021412010
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass83,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,354 miles
    Test number
    267637501029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,354 miles (+4,176)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,354 miles
    Test number
    509527001029
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass79,178 miles (+408)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    79,178 miles
    Test number
    460911059405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,770 miles (+1,687)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    78,770 miles
    Test number
    410677258480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,083 miles (+2,708)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    77,083 miles
    Test number
    962255237337
    • NoteNearside Windscreen Wiper Blade Rubber Split
    • NoteOffside Headlamp Has Hole Damage

  15. Pass74,375 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    74,375 miles
    Test number
    671826246389
    • NoteSteering cant see much under engine coz of flash tray fitted

Questions about L51 GYW

Does L51 GYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L51 GYW expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L51 GYW?
The MOT on L51 GYW expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L51 GYW done?
L51 GYW was recorded at 88,676 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 817 miles a year.
Has L51 GYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 GYW has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L51 GYW 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 L51 GYW find?
L51 GYW passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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