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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,966 cc

LA51 BUWMOT history

LA51 BUW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 23 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2021
Mileage
23 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2020
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 BUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 BUW was last recorded at 23 miles on 30 Nov 2020, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2020: 13 miles, lower than 128,621 miles on 23 Dec 2019.

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
13 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
10 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 23 miles
  • 2019 – 128,621 miles
  • 2018 – 128,412 miles
  • 2017 – 127,231 miles
  • 2016 – 120,413 miles
  • 2015 – 116,642 miles
  • 2014 – 107,840 miles
  • 2013 – 97,384 miles
  • 2012 – 89,016 miles
  • 2011 – 79,886 miles
  • 2010 – 71,274 miles
  • 2009 – 62,428 miles
  • 2008 – 54,271 miles
  • 2006 – 48,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture all brake pipes to the rear (1.1.11 (a))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
  • AdvisoryFuel cap perishing but is still effective
  • AdvisoryNearside rear window damaged

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint points up fitted in hub (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous8 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    540836889027
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture all brake pipes to the rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery terminals loose
    • AdvisoryFuel cap perishing but is still effective
    • AdvisoryNearside rear window damaged

  2. Pass23 miles (+10)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    23 miles
    Test number
    122521939361
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail13 miles (-128,608)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13 miles
    Test number
    160423800552
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass128,621 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,621 miles
    Test number
    200464721017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,412 miles (+1,181)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    128,412 miles
    Test number
    693687692851
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass127,231 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,231 miles
    Test number
    523662243449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,476 miles (+6,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,476 miles
    Test number
    802540785890
    • AdvisorySteering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  8. Pass120,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,413 miles
    Test number
    238200669493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint points up fitted in hub (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Fail120,413 miles (+3,771)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,413 miles
    Test number
    564203484282
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint points up fitted in hub (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint points up fitted in hub (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass116,642 miles (+17)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    116,642 miles
    Test number
    545970435082
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail116,625 miles (+8,785)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,625 miles
    Test number
    557716825028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass107,840 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    107,840 miles
    Test number
    446406014081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail107,840 miles (+10,456)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,840 miles
    Test number
    835836614084
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass97,384 miles (+8,368)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    296731123057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    89,016 miles
    Test number
    335420422034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,016 miles (+9,130)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,016 miles
    Test number
    256580422039
    • 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)

  17. Pass79,886 miles (+8,612)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,886 miles
    Test number
    236871721045
    • NoteOffside door mirror deteriorated

  18. Pass71,274 miles (+8,846)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    71,274 miles
    Test number
    642290620047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,428 miles (+8,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,428 miles
    Test number
    631327209009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass54,271 miles (+6,010)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,271 miles
    Test number
    280393908013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    48,261 miles
    Test number
    823290146315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 BUW

Does LA51 BUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 BUW expired on 23 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 BUW?
The MOT on LA51 BUW expired on 23 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 BUW done?
LA51 BUW was recorded at 23 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2020.
Has LA51 BUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 BUW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 BUW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 BUW find?
LA51 BUW failed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 12 advisories: rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture all brake pipes to the rear; brake performance not tested; nearside front headlamp aim too low, and 18 more.

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