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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 3,222 cc

LES 561MOT history

LES 561 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LES 561 black Mercedes-Benz S-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
112,582 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LES 561
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LES 561 was last recorded at 112,582 miles on 22 May 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,569 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,582 miles
  • 2025 – 106,989 miles
  • 2024 – 102,016 miles
  • 2023 – 97,955 miles
  • 2021 – 94,211 miles
  • 2020 – 91,015 miles
  • 2019 – 83,660 miles
  • 2018 – 77,034 miles
  • 2017 – 69,762 miles
  • 2016 – 66,746 miles
  • 2015 – 65,354 miles
  • 2014 – 63,632 miles
  • 2013 – 61,879 miles
  • 2012 – 60,219 miles
  • 2011 – 57,596 miles
  • 2010 – 54,474 miles
  • 2009 – 48,031 miles
  • 2008 – 35,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,582 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Pad wear warning light on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,582 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,582 miles
    Test number
    701793230640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail112,569 miles (+5,580)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,569 miles
    Test number
    462749470629
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt font ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,989 miles (+4,973)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,989 miles
    Test number
    251541368423
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play pressed into hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,016 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,016 miles
    Test number
    757499762011
    • AdvisoryPad wear warning light on.

  5. Fail102,011 miles (+4,056)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,011 miles
    Test number
    417487671319
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPad wear warning light on.

  6. Pass97,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,955 miles
    Test number
    126643187448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  7. Fail97,955 miles (+3,744)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,955 miles
    Test number
    182702240787
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,211 miles (+3,196)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,211 miles
    Test number
    483023640549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,015 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,015 miles
    Test number
    954345033064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,660 miles (+6,626)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,660 miles
    Test number
    510052479353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,034 miles (+7,272)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    307921950602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,762 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,762 miles
    Test number
    685920515311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,692 miles (+2,946)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,692 miles
    Test number
    980397855413
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass66,746 miles (+1,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,746 miles
    Test number
    775610732978
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass65,354 miles (+1,722)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,354 miles
    Test number
    986911275042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass63,632 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,632 miles
    Test number
    319087684075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail63,632 miles (+1,753)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,632 miles
    Test number
    416446484041
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass61,879 miles (+1,660)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,879 miles
    Test number
    467061073080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass60,219 miles (+2,623)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    916919182039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass57,596 miles (+3,122)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,596 miles
    Test number
    377725571064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,474 miles (+6,443)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    764007570059
    • NoteUnderbody plastic coverings restricting full underbody check

  22. Pass48,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,031 miles
    Test number
    141091779450
    • 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)

  23. Fail48,031 miles (+12,879)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,031 miles
    Test number
    590781679011
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

  24. Pass35,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,152 miles
    Test number
    452322678034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Fail35,152 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,152 miles
    Test number
    452472578084
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about LES 561

What vehicle is registration LES 561 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LES 561 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 31 Mar 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LES 561 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LES 561 is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LES 561?
The MOT on LES 561 is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LES 561 done?
LES 561 was recorded at 112,582 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,256 miles a year.
Has LES 561 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LES 561 has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LES 561 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 LES 561 find?
LES 561 passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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