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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

LV51 FSDMOT history

LV51 FSD is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 7 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 115,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
115,736 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV51 FSD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV51 FSD was last recorded at 115,736 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 6,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,860 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6,876 miles
Average per year
5,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,736 miles
  • 2022 – 108,860 miles
  • 2021 – 106,733 miles
  • 2020 – 102,772 miles
  • 2019 – 98,082 miles
  • 2018 – 93,543 miles
  • 2017 – 90,587 miles
  • 2016 – 86,951 miles
  • 2015 – 82,533 miles
  • 2014 – 77,727 miles
  • 2013 – 72,446 miles
  • 2012 – 65,854 miles
  • 2011 – 62,232 miles
  • 2010 – 52,899 miles
  • 2009 – 44,961 miles
  • 2008 – 34,706 miles
  • 2007 – 29,693 miles
  • 2006 – 24,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,736 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,736 miles (+6,876)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,736 miles
    Test number
    278249504674
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,860 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,860 miles
    Test number
    508781931350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,729 miles (+1,996)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,729 miles
    Test number
    745197994416
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass106,733 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,733 miles
    Test number
    685739273330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,772 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,772 miles
    Test number
    142113461979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail102,768 miles (+4,686)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,768 miles
    Test number
    234735832852
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass98,082 miles (+4,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,082 miles
    Test number
    894503486858
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass93,543 miles (+2,956)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    93,543 miles
    Test number
    859356392763
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear differential (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring sills from full inspection
    • AdvisorySteering wheel position indicating a fault

  9. Pass90,587 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,587 miles
    Test number
    134922094035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still adequately supported

  10. Fail90,580 miles (+3,629)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,580 miles
    Test number
    845008512908
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint shock absorber lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still adequately supported

  11. Pass86,951 miles (+4,418)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,951 miles
    Test number
    674770150760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components from inspection

  12. Pass82,533 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,533 miles
    Test number
    126138645044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,727 miles (+5,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,727 miles
    Test number
    676915944012
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s/f steering/suspension

  14. Pass72,446 miles (+6,592)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,446 miles
    Test number
    887873343074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,854 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,854 miles
    Test number
    156943852041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,232 miles (+9,333)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,232 miles
    Test number
    327642821223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,899 miles (+7,938)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,899 miles
    Test number
    952404620246
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass44,961 miles (+10,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,961 miles
    Test number
    592461339217
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass34,706 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,706 miles
    Test number
    720129778102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,693 miles (+5,353)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,693 miles
    Test number
    264877887146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,340 miles
    Test number
    884303096137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LV51 FSD

Does LV51 FSD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LV51 FSD expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LV51 FSD?
The MOT on LV51 FSD expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LV51 FSD done?
LV51 FSD was recorded at 115,736 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 5,450 miles a year.
Has LV51 FSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV51 FSD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LV51 FSD 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 LV51 FSD find?
LV51 FSD passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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