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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,966 cc

S9 LYAMOT history

S9 LYA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 22 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 54,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
54,828 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 LYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 LYA was last recorded at 54,828 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2009: 50,050 miles, lower than 50,424 miles on 4 Jan 2008.

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
54,802 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
1,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,828 miles
  • 2025 – 54,786 miles
  • 2019 – 54,250 miles
  • 2018 – 54,230 miles
  • 2015 – 53,890 miles
  • 2011 – 53,873 miles
  • 2010 – 53,447 miles
  • 2009 – 50,050 miles
  • 2008 – 50,424 miles
  • 2007 – 49,336 miles
  • 2006 – 24,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,828 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,828 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    54,828 miles
    Test number
    548794164794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail54,802 miles (+16)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    561520886775
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass54,786 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,786 miles
    Test number
    280993510155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,250 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,250 miles
    Test number
    827951691167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass54,230 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,230 miles
    Test number
    807168599577
    • AdvisoryHydraulic suspension pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail54,229 miles (+339)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,229 miles
    Test number
    296559290218
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorBrake pressure storage reservoir has minor corrosion front & rear pipes (1.1.9 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass53,890 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    179592215168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail53,873 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,873 miles
    Test number
    219502971406
    • Repaired at testExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass53,873 miles (+426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,873 miles
    Test number
    935952571101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass53,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,447 miles
    Test number
    212254230199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,447 miles (+3,397)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,447 miles
    Test number
    943050730179
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  12. Pass50,050 miles (-374)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,050 miles
    Test number
    700757979074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,424 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,424 miles
    Test number
    853174208037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail50,417 miles (+1,081)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,417 miles
    Test number
    472794408049
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail49,336 miles (+24,463)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,336 miles
    Test number
    281362537328
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass24,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,873 miles
    Test number
    600879806136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 LYA

Does S9 LYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 LYA is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 LYA?
The MOT on S9 LYA is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 LYA done?
S9 LYA was recorded at 54,828 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 1,469 miles a year.
Has S9 LYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 LYA has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S9 LYA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S9 LYA find?
S9 LYA passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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