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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,999 cc

L5 PUTMOT history

L5 PUT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 16 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 91,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2024
Mileage
91,273 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 PUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2024
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L5 PUT was last recorded at 91,273 miles on 8 May 2024, 6,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,510 miles · 9 May 2023
Between the last two tests
6,763 miles
Average per year
3,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,273 miles
  • 2023 – 84,510 miles
  • 2022 – 75,205 miles
  • 2019 – 74,595 miles
  • 2018 – 72,296 miles
  • 2016 – 68,748 miles
  • 2015 – 66,530 miles
  • 2014 – 64,142 miles
  • 2013 – 61,996 miles
  • 2012 – 60,515 miles
  • 2010 – 53,645 miles
  • 2009 – 44,981 miles
  • 2008 – 35,560 miles
  • 2006 – 30,285 miles
  • 2005 – 29,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,273 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryShields fitted

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre signs of wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,273 miles (+6,763)6 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,273 miles
    Test number
    551724281469
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields fitted

  2. Pass84,510 miles (+9,305)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    524721080779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,205 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,205 miles
    Test number
    177440919402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,595 miles (+2,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,595 miles
    Test number
    672133384722
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass72,296 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,296 miles
    Test number
    371612192314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail72,274 miles (+3,526)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,274 miles
    Test number
    678728168687
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245 45 18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass68,748 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,748 miles
    Test number
    348178081323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,530 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,530 miles
    Test number
    957006833579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre signs of wear

  9. Fail66,527 miles (+2,385)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    842693797135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245 45 18 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded innersill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre signs of wear

  10. Pass64,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    64,142 miles
    Test number
    767287414237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,124 miles (+2,128)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    328427714471
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass61,996 miles (+1,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,996 miles
    Test number
    179849623199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass60,515 miles (+6,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,515 miles
    Test number
    267646042197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass53,645 miles (+8,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    53,645 miles
    Test number
    403737040338
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass44,981 miles (+9,421)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,981 miles
    Test number
    973053229334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,560 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,560 miles
    Test number
    181316178273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,550 miles (+1,562)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,550 miles
    Test number
    563034678259
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass33,988 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,988 miles
    Test number
    493418738016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,285 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,285 miles
    Test number
    370913386439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    29,249 miles
    Test number
    363624215352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 PUT

Does L5 PUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 PUT expired on 8 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 PUT?
The MOT on L5 PUT expired on 8 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 PUT done?
L5 PUT was recorded at 91,273 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 3,354 miles a year.
Has L5 PUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 PUT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 PUT 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 L5 PUT find?
L5 PUT failed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 4 advisories: nearside rear inner subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear outer subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside side repeater not working, and 8 more.

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