2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2.8L Petrol · Y154 ABV
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2001. Recorded mileage 58,976 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,976 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y154 ABV Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2026
- 58,976 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y154 ABV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (Y154 ABV) between May 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Y154 ABV Mileage History
- 22/05/202558,966 mi
- 09/05/202658,976 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 10 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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