BD51 YUY

2001 MERCEDES — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES
Year
2001
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
2685 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 28 September 2020
Last recorded mileage
40,581 mi

AI verdict AVOID 60/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2001 Mercedes has 19 MOT tests on record with a 74% pass rate and 40,581 miles. While mileage is consistent, the lack of a current MOT and untaxed status present insurmountable risks.

The vehicle shows consistent, low annual mileage averaging 8,765 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, and a recent low usage of 4,910 miles between Sep 2018 and Sep 2019.

Things to check

  • MOT status is 'Not valid' as of the analysis date, indicating no current roadworthiness certification.
  • Tax status is 'Untaxed' for an extended period, suggesting long-term disuse or neglect.
  • The vehicle has been off-road for a significant period, raising serious concerns about its mechanical condition.
  • No recent MOT pass history; the last valid MOT expired in 2020, making it illegal to drive.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 5 historical failures
  • Consistent, low annual mileage averaging 8,765 miles/year, indicating light use.
  • No recorded DANGEROUS defects in the MOT history, suggesting no immediate safety hazards.
  • The vehicle has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating a strong safety foundation for its age.

Mileage history

Nov 2005: 40,581 mi PASSApr 2007: 50,669 mi FAILApr 2007: 50,670 mi PASSSep 2008: 68,822 mi PASSSep 2009: 81,903 mi FAILSep 2009: 81,903 mi PASSSep 2010: 97,932 mi PASSSep 2011: 109,056 mi PASSSep 2012: 118,284 mi PASSSep 2012: 118,284 mi FAILSep 2013: 131,372 mi PASSSep 2014: 139,999 mi FAILSep 2014: 139,999 mi PASSSep 2015: 145,907 mi PASSSep 2016: 150,747 mi PASSSep 2017: 155,513 mi PASSSep 2018: 159,432 mi FAILSep 2018: 159,432 mi PASSSep 2019: 164,342 mi PASS164k102k41kNov 2005Sep 2019

MOT test history — 14/19 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2005 PASS 40,581 mi None recorded
Apr 2007 FAIL 50,669 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORY brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Apr 2007 PASS 50,670 mi None recorded
Sep 2008 PASS 68,822 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Front bumper insecure
Sep 2009 FAIL 81,903 mi
FAIL Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Sep 2009 PASS 81,903 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Sep 2010 PASS 97,932 mi
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Sep 2011 PASS 109,056 mi
USER ENTERED both front outer and n/s/front inner anti-roll bar bushes slight wear--
Sep 2012 PASS 118,284 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Sep 2012 FAIL 118,284 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
Sep 2013 PASS 131,372 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
ADVISORY Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED both sides rear brake discs corroded
Sep 2014 FAIL 139,999 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
FAIL Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
USER ENTERED n/s/front tyre,tread to wallcuts appearing--
Sep 2014 PASS 139,999 mi
USER ENTERED n/s/front tyre small cuts appearing--
Sep 2015 PASS 145,907 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY oil leak
Sep 2016 PASS 150,747 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak
ADVISORY Offside Front play in steering arm
ADVISORY Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Sep 2017 PASS 155,513 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Sep 2018 FAIL 159,432 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
MAJOR Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
MAJOR Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
ADVISORY Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY slight oil leak
Sep 2018 PASS 159,432 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
ADVISORY Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY slight oil leak
Sep 2019 PASS 164,342 mi
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BD51 YUY, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.