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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 3,222 cc

L7 ASUMOT history

L7 ASU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 17 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 210,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2025.

L7 ASU black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2026
Mileage
210,628 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 ASU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 ASU was last recorded at 210,628 miles on 6 Jan 2025, 7,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2012: 14,335 miles, lower than 146,298 miles on 14 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
203,467 miles · 29 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
7,161 miles
Average per year
6,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,628 miles
  • 2023 – 203,467 miles
  • 2021 – 180,230 miles
  • 2020 – 172,478 miles
  • 2019 – 166,602 miles
  • 2018 – 166,600 miles
  • 2017 – 162,334 miles
  • 2016 – 158,389 miles
  • 2015 – 154,529 miles
  • 2014 – 151,079 miles
  • 2013 – 147,944 miles
  • 2012 – 14,335 miles
  • 2011 – 139,689 miles
  • 2010 – 132,503 miles
  • 2009 – 118,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,628 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear General surface rusting
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,628 miles (+7,161)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    210,628 miles
    Test number
    714229753035
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear General surface rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass203,467 miles (+12,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    203,467 miles
    Test number
    597928735469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass191,246 miles (+11,016)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,246 miles
    Test number
    359648130829
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,230 miles (+7,752)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    180,230 miles
    Test number
    558571963029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,478 miles (+2,818)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    172,478 miles
    Test number
    112692262920
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEPC light on detecting a fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R and O/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass169,660 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,660 miles
    Test number
    215269162651
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail169,660 miles (+3,058)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,660 miles
    Test number
    589404634300
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass166,602 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    166,602 miles
    Test number
    198628530501
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail166,600 miles (+4,266)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,600 miles
    Test number
    729433225278
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door catch missing (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass162,334 miles (+3,945)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    162,334 miles
    Test number
    211283807103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,389 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    158,389 miles
    Test number
    977794580923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass154,529 miles (+3,450)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,529 miles
    Test number
    461577102980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass151,079 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    151,079 miles
    Test number
    458818704454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass147,944 miles (+133,609)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    147,944 miles
    Test number
    938034223349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,335 miles (-131,963)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    14,335 miles
    Test number
    129637622343
    • NoteRear engine mount collapsed
    • NoteSmell of diesel

  16. Fail146,298 miles (+6,609)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,298 miles
    Test number
    495939412334
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteRear engine mount collapsed
    • NoteSmell of diesel

  17. Pass139,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    139,689 miles
    Test number
    376477991432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail139,689 miles (+7,186)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,689 miles
    Test number
    489587891292
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass132,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    132,503 miles
    Test number
    724712590241
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail132,503 miles (+14,019)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,503 miles
    Test number
    550401790238
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass118,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,484 miles
    Test number
    624626309349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 ASU

Does L7 ASU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 ASU expired on 6 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 ASU?
The MOT on L7 ASU expired on 6 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 ASU done?
L7 ASU was recorded at 210,628 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2025, an average of 6,071 miles a year.
Has L7 ASU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 ASU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L7 ASU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L7 ASU find?
L7 ASU passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 9 more.

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