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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

A14 OVBMOT history

A14 OVB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 14 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 199,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2023.

A14 OVB silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2024
Mileage
199,076 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 OVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 OVB was last recorded at 199,076 miles on 27 Jun 2023, 7,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,260 miles · 26 May 2022
Between the last two tests
7,816 miles
Average per year
11,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 199,076 miles
  • 2022 – 191,260 miles
  • 2021 – 178,916 miles
  • 2020 – 171,381 miles
  • 2019 – 159,342 miles
  • 2018 – 147,490 miles
  • 2017 – 135,036 miles
  • 2016 – 120,614 miles
  • 2015 – 109,391 miles
  • 2014 – 100,013 miles
  • 2012 – 85,942 miles
  • 2011 – 72,699 miles
  • 2010 – 58,403 miles
  • 2009 – 41,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,076 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under-trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,076 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    199,076 miles
    Test number
    296362149440
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  2. Fail199,076 miles (+7,816)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,076 miles
    Test number
    542425759335
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  3. Pass191,260 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    191,260 miles
    Test number
    262389119153
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  4. Fail191,260 miles (+3,581)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,260 miles
    Test number
    553772472819
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  5. Fail187,679 miles (+8,763)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,679 miles
    Test number
    354501971199
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass178,916 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    178,916 miles
    Test number
    298447437389
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail178,916 miles (+7,535)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,916 miles
    Test number
    720730997761
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass171,381 miles (+12,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    171,381 miles
    Test number
    702172812831
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  9. Pass159,342 miles (+11,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,342 miles
    Test number
    395531048400
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  10. Pass147,490 miles (+12,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    147,490 miles
    Test number
    995453283938
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass135,036 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    135,036 miles
    Test number
    255007586262
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail135,033 miles (+14,419)2 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,033 miles
    Test number
    341051304944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by the side of the fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by the side of the fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working top (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working top (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass120,614 miles (+11,223)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,614 miles
    Test number
    338785382764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,391 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    128518305016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,384 miles (+9,371)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,384 miles
    Test number
    835297605005
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass100,013 miles (+14,071)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,013 miles
    Test number
    485388204095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,942 miles (+13,243)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    289874632373
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass72,699 miles (+14,296)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,699 miles
    Test number
    456047441410
    • 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)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn excessively

  19. Pass58,403 miles (+16,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,403 miles
    Test number
    764587340330
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass41,448 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,448 miles
    Test number
    470975559395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,154 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,154 miles
    Test number
    251143869160
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail36,154 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,154 miles
    Test number
    412413869194
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about A14 OVB

Does A14 OVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A14 OVB expired on 26 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A14 OVB?
The MOT on A14 OVB expired on 26 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A14 OVB done?
A14 OVB was recorded at 199,076 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2023, an average of 11,604 miles a year.
Has A14 OVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 OVB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on A14 OVB 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 A14 OVB find?
A14 OVB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2023 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 3 more.

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