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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

447 DHRMOT history

447 DHR is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

447 DHR blue 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 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,514 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
447 DHR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

447 DHR was last recorded at 157,514 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 4,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,899 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,615 miles
Average per year
7,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,514 miles
  • 2025 – 152,899 miles
  • 2024 – 146,139 miles
  • 2023 – 135,901 miles
  • 2022 – 122,627 miles
  • 2021 – 106,272 miles
  • 2020 – 101,794 miles
  • 2019 – 93,728 miles
  • 2018 – 88,259 miles
  • 2017 – 79,003 miles
  • 2016 – 69,060 miles
  • 2015 – 62,824 miles
  • 2014 – 55,548 miles
  • 2013 – 49,811 miles
  • 2012 – 42,501 miles
  • 2011 – 35,330 miles
  • 2010 – 31,504 miles
  • 2009 – 29,813 miles
  • 2008 – 27,728 miles
  • 2007 – 24,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,514 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to wheel arches
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryUnder covers fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,514 miles (+4,615)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,514 miles
    Test number
    112274870484
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to wheel arches
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  2. Pass152,899 miles (+6,760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    152,899 miles
    Test number
    231521572309
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel arches starting to corrode

  3. Pass146,139 miles (+10,238)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,139 miles
    Test number
    720404953112
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  4. Pass135,901 miles (+13,274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,901 miles
    Test number
    913301381250
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass122,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,627 miles
    Test number
    901301900207
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn low

  6. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    226449372087
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn low

  7. Pass106,272 miles (+4,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,272 miles
    Test number
    750373083327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,794 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,794 miles
    Test number
    234568856245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,728 miles (+5,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,728 miles
    Test number
    433007255267
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low

  10. Pass88,259 miles (+9,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,259 miles
    Test number
    533764382180
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass79,003 miles (+9,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,003 miles
    Test number
    363997341104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass69,060 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,060 miles
    Test number
    450504276719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail69,060 miles (+6,236)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,060 miles
    Test number
    224223521278
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass62,824 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,824 miles
    Test number
    956743105152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,548 miles (+5,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,548 miles
    Test number
    598088194068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass49,811 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,811 miles
    Test number
    177337903192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,501 miles
    Test number
    735447802105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,501 miles (+7,171)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,501 miles
    Test number
    827557202125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Fail35,330 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,330 miles
    Test number
    458020591084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass35,330 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,330 miles
    Test number
    727970491086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,504 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,504 miles
    Test number
    144499060018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,813 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,813 miles
    Test number
    144838319177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,728 miles (+2,732)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,728 miles
    Test number
    104648408106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,996 miles
    Test number
    794524127144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 447 DHR

What vehicle is registration 447 DHR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 447 DHR on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 May 2004. 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 447 DHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 447 DHR is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 447 DHR?
The MOT on 447 DHR is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 447 DHR done?
447 DHR was recorded at 157,514 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 7,023 miles a year.
Has 447 DHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 447 DHR has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on 447 DHR 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 447 DHR find?
447 DHR passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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