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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 4,966 cc

17 DEMOT history

17 DE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

17 DE silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,794 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
17 DE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

17 DE was last recorded at 112,794 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 11,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,200 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,594 miles
Average per year
5,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,794 miles
  • 2025 – 101,200 miles
  • 2024 – 96,784 miles
  • 2023 – 86,255 miles
  • 2022 – 71,021 miles
  • 2021 – 68,409 miles
  • 2020 – 67,903 miles
  • 2019 – 62,472 miles
  • 2018 – 60,645 miles
  • 2017 – 55,396 miles
  • 2016 – 53,101 miles
  • 2015 – 50,907 miles
  • 2014 – 49,157 miles
  • 2013 – 46,637 miles
  • 2012 – 42,915 miles
  • 2011 – 39,101 miles
  • 2010 – 33,386 miles
  • 2009 – 26,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,794 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Cable tie on hanbrake cable bracket o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,794 miles (+11,594)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,794 miles
    Test number
    695238294635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,200 miles (+165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,200 miles
    Test number
    400493380173
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail101,035 miles (+4,251)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,035 miles
    Test number
    605698947563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass96,784 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    170684918695
    • AdvisoryCable tie on hanbrake cable bracket o/s/r
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail96,783 miles (+10,528)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    505907261382
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCable tie on hanbrake cable bracket o/s/r
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,255 miles (+15,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,255 miles
    Test number
    672266907188
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,021 miles (+2,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    741313985021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,409 miles (+506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,409 miles
    Test number
    686166594605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass67,903 miles (+5,431)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,903 miles
    Test number
    185837152491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,472 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,472 miles
    Test number
    479052486285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,645 miles
    Test number
    315188634722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,645 miles (+5,249)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,645 miles
    Test number
    234585153152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass55,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    130250531622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,396 miles (+2,295)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    817038936432
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass53,101 miles (+2,194)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    767142874864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,907 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    587978675035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,157 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,157 miles
    Test number
    299827134465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,637 miles
    Test number
    338235143192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,627 miles (+3,712)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,627 miles
    Test number
    276475843420
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass42,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,915 miles
    Test number
    577404342110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,915 miles (+3,814)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,915 miles
    Test number
    867384442141
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass39,101 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,101 miles
    Test number
    289511231495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,386 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,386 miles
    Test number
    952946210192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,049 miles
    Test number
    320870529130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 17 DE

What vehicle is registration 17 DE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 17 DE on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Apr 2006. 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 17 DE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 17 DE is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 17 DE?
The MOT on 17 DE is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 17 DE done?
17 DE was recorded at 112,794 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 5,025 miles a year.
Has 17 DE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 17 DE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on 17 DE 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 17 DE find?
17 DE passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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