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Mercedes-Benz 240

Red · Diesel · 1975 · 2,404 cc

YSP 21MOT history

YSP 21 is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 240 first used on 5 Jun 1975. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 97,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,953 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YSP 21
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
240
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,404 cc
Year of manufacture
1975
First used
5 Jun 1975
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YSP 21 was last recorded at 97,953 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 2,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,254 miles · 4 Jun 2015
Between the last two tests
2,699 miles
Average per year
2,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,953 miles
  • 2015 – 95,254 miles
  • 2014 – 90,606 miles
  • 2013 – 85,106 miles
  • 2012 – 78,431 miles
  • 2010 – 74,857 miles
  • 2009 – 69,645 miles
  • 2006 – 48,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,953 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Statutory seat belt missing

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

12 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,953 miles (+2,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,953 miles
    Test number
    492689968801
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass95,254 miles (+4,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    626235555162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  3. Pass90,606 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,606 miles
    Test number
    767306934146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,106 miles (+6,675)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,106 miles
    Test number
    559965293038
    • NoteSteering rack has play in joints

  5. Pass78,431 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    809133182010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,857 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,857 miles
    Test number
    800010580244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,645 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,645 miles
    Test number
    801622079214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Fail69,645 miles1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,645 miles
    Test number
    562395969231
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    301492787452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    571909867233
    • FailureCentre Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass48,141 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,141 miles
    Test number
    883349606168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,099 miles6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,099 miles
    Test number
    170698896415
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoot floor and o/s floor corroded
    • NoteCoolant leaking
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about YSP 21

What vehicle is registration YSP 21 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YSP 21 on a red diesel Mercedes-Benz 240 first used on 5 Jun 1975. 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 YSP 21 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YSP 21 is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on YSP 21?
The MOT on YSP 21 is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YSP 21 done?
YSP 21 was recorded at 97,953 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 2,463 miles a year.
Has YSP 21 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YSP 21 has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2009.
Has the mileage on YSP 21 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 YSP 21 find?
YSP 21 passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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