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Mercedes-Benz GL

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 3,996 cc

S4 LGUMOT history

S4 LGU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 15 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2025
Mileage
110,399 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 LGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 LGU was last recorded at 110,399 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,229 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
170 miles
Average per year
5,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,399 miles
  • 2023 – 101,101 miles
  • 2022 – 98,260 miles
  • 2021 – 94,081 miles
  • 2020 – 92,622 miles
  • 2019 – 86,855 miles
  • 2018 – 81,565 miles
  • 2017 – 76,954 miles
  • 2016 – 70,879 miles
  • 2015 – 61,966 miles
  • 2014 – 57,439 miles
  • 2013 – 50,186 miles
  • 2012 – 41,091 miles
  • 2011 – 32,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,399 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,399 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    110,399 miles
    Test number
    430559246837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail110,229 miles (+9,128)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,229 miles
    Test number
    864097239985
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter obviously defective Both (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass101,101 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    933015182026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    370291038704
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  5. Fail98,260 miles (+4,179)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    798710914893
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Pass94,081 miles (+1,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,081 miles
    Test number
    986378435180
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Bottom edge damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass92,622 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,622 miles
    Test number
    176283783908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Around flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Around flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail92,608 miles (+5,753)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    368737532426
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Around flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn smooth tread depth 4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Around flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn smooth tread depth 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,855 miles (+5,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,855 miles
    Test number
    812192080102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front exhaust clamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass81,565 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,565 miles
    Test number
    665861013699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,418 miles (+4,464)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,418 miles
    Test number
    853381029041
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,954 miles (+6,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,954 miles
    Test number
    870732437021
    • AdvisoryFront FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass70,879 miles (+8,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,879 miles
    Test number
    585949217705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLEVEL SENSOR ARMS SEIZED FRONT AND REAR
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass61,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,966 miles
    Test number
    605784185181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,966 miles (+4,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,966 miles
    Test number
    695644185121
    • Repaired at testParking brake operation is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.3a)

  16. Pass57,439 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,439 miles
    Test number
    369306894109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Fail57,439 miles (+7,253)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,439 miles
    Test number
    749725894162
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass50,186 miles (+9,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,186 miles
    Test number
    478787053186
    • NoteExhaust bracket fractured

  19. Pass41,091 miles (+8,935)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,091 miles
    Test number
    878569252147
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and n/s/f brake pad getting low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  20. Pass32,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,156 miles
    Test number
    598296081167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 LGU

Does S4 LGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 LGU expired on 17 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 LGU?
The MOT on S4 LGU expired on 17 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 LGU done?
S4 LGU was recorded at 110,399 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 5,888 miles a year.
Has S4 LGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 LGU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 LGU 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 S4 LGU find?
S4 LGU passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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