Mercedes

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y2 JOYMOT history

Y2 JOY is a red petrol Mercedes first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 151,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
151,869 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 JOY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 JOY was last recorded at 151,869 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,226 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,643 miles
Average per year
5,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,869 miles
  • 2025 – 149,226 miles
  • 2024 – 145,529 miles
  • 2023 – 140,868 miles
  • 2021 – 134,478 miles
  • 2019 – 125,192 miles
  • 2018 – 120,905 miles
  • 2017 – 116,475 miles
  • 2016 – 113,467 miles
  • 2015 – 107,593 miles
  • 2014 – 102,563 miles
  • 2013 – 88,574 miles
  • 2012 – 71,553 miles
  • 2011 – 68,076 miles
  • 2010 – 60,314 miles
  • 2009 – 55,458 miles
  • 2008 – 51,732 miles
  • 2007 – 48,641 miles
  • 2006 – 39,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,869 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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.

  • Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,869 miles (+2,643)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    151,869 miles
    Test number
    954764075809
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass149,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    149,226 miles
    Test number
    111752797017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail149,226 miles (+3,697)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,226 miles
    Test number
    934526647053
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass145,529 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    145,529 miles
    Test number
    474837596609
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail145,529 miles (+4,661)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,529 miles
    Test number
    862498284283
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass140,868 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,868 miles
    Test number
    782799362571
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wing corroded

  7. Fail140,868 miles (+6,390)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,868 miles
    Test number
    255273022295
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wing corroded

  8. Pass134,478 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    134,478 miles
    Test number
    241118645639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,179 miles
    Test number
    519713729864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,179 miles (+7,987)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,179 miles
    Test number
    252989634925
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass125,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,192 miles
    Test number
    954264131216
    • 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))

  12. Fail125,191 miles (+4,286)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,191 miles
    Test number
    322926911241
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Pass120,905 miles (+4,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,905 miles
    Test number
    535630878193
    • AdvisorySmall chip on screen

  14. Pass116,475 miles (+3,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    116,475 miles
    Test number
    459565656188
    • AdvisoryFuel filter hose clip corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass113,467 miles (+5,874)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,467 miles
    Test number
    688202774736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass107,593 miles (+5,030)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,593 miles
    Test number
    849581595130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,563 miles (+13,989)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,563 miles
    Test number
    646931294176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,574 miles (+17,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    88,574 miles
    Test number
    315680593181
    • NoteAdvise inspection limited due to undershields fitted.

  19. Pass71,553 miles (+3,477)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,553 miles
    Test number
    336213792185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass68,076 miles (+7,762)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    895528791088
    • NoteAdvise esp light on dash.
    • NoteAdvise offside front indicator slightly white.
    • NoteAdvise rear no plate starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteAdvise slight chip on offside front screen
    • NoteAdvise slight play in offside rack.

  21. Pass60,314 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,314 miles
    Test number
    811260900144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,458 miles (+3,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,458 miles
    Test number
    104449299453
    • NoteAdvise travel on handbrake.

  23. Pass51,732 miles (+3,091)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,732 miles
    Test number
    622572308162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,641 miles (+8,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,641 miles
    Test number
    314371287048
    • NoteAdvise all 4 tyres on limit.

  25. Pass39,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,999 miles
    Test number
    212162186061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 JOY

Does Y2 JOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 JOY is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 JOY?
The MOT on Y2 JOY is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 JOY done?
Y2 JOY was recorded at 151,869 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 5,642 miles a year.
Has Y2 JOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 JOY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y2 JOY 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 Y2 JOY find?
Y2 JOY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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