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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

874 ALDMOT history

874 ALD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 20 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

874 ALD 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 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,743 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
874 ALD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

874 ALD was last recorded at 116,743 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 4,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,251 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,492 miles
Average per year
6,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,743 miles
  • 2024 – 112,251 miles
  • 2023 – 106,980 miles
  • 2022 – 102,470 miles
  • 2021 – 93,409 miles
  • 2020 – 86,660 miles
  • 2019 – 80,803 miles
  • 2018 – 71,619 miles
  • 2017 – 63,024 miles
  • 2016 – 54,885 miles
  • 2015 – 49,651 miles
  • 2014 – 44,482 miles
  • 2013 – 39,808 miles
  • 2012 – 32,652 miles
  • 2011 – 27,193 miles
  • 2010 – 20,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,743 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe mounting bushes slightly deteriorated/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Rear both rear tyres treads just starting to go out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,743 miles (+4,492)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,743 miles
    Test number
    377855822362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe mounting bushes slightly deteriorated/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,251 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    112,251 miles
    Test number
    932695510194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres treads just starting to go out of shape
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe mounting bushes slightly deteriorated/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail112,251 miles (+5,271)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,251 miles
    Test number
    996511685563
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres treads just starting to go out of shape
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all subframe mounting bushes slightly deteriorated/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,980 miles (+4,510)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,980 miles
    Test number
    820607609145
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  5. Pass102,470 miles (+9,061)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,470 miles
    Test number
    125695029454
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass93,409 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    362525854051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess HANDBRAKE CABLES CORRODED (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail93,409 miles (+6,749)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    712313395422
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess HANDBRAKE CABLES CORRODED (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass86,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    844667604070
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail86,657 miles (+5,854)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,657 miles
    Test number
    768384952202
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,803 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,803 miles
    Test number
    158350586597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,643 miles (+9,024)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,643 miles
    Test number
    439064179818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,619 miles (+8,595)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,619 miles
    Test number
    509925334954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,024 miles (+8,139)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,024 miles
    Test number
    167645050796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,885 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    547096838855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,651 miles (+5,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    538874920307
    • AdvisoryBoth rear parking brake outer casing for cables split/corroded.

  16. Pass44,482 miles (+4,674)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,482 miles
    Test number
    645074294261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,808 miles
    Test number
    327407613340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,808 miles (+7,156)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,808 miles
    Test number
    908935013305
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  19. Pass32,652 miles (+5,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,652 miles
    Test number
    125275422318
    • NoteOffside front wheel rim slightly damaged.

  20. Pass27,193 miles (+6,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    457572221436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass20,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    20,880 miles
    Test number
    811586220319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 874 ALD

What vehicle is registration 874 ALD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 874 ALD on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 20 Nov 2007. 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 874 ALD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 874 ALD is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 874 ALD?
The MOT on 874 ALD is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 874 ALD done?
874 ALD was recorded at 116,743 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 6,387 miles a year.
Has 874 ALD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 874 ALD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on 874 ALD 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 874 ALD find?
874 ALD passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 10 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush in suspension arm; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished, and 7 more.

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