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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

ADB 753MOT history

ADB 753 is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 5 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

ADB 753 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 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,337 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ADB 753
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ADB 753 was last recorded at 121,337 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 3,517 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,820 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,517 miles
Average per year
7,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,337 miles
  • 2025 – 117,820 miles
  • 2024 – 114,394 miles
  • 2023 – 109,283 miles
  • 2022 – 101,258 miles
  • 2021 – 90,356 miles
  • 2020 – 83,075 miles
  • 2019 – 70,415 miles
  • 2018 – 55,983 miles
  • 2017 – 43,301 miles
  • 2016 – 34,641 miles
  • 2015 – 27,385 miles
  • 2014 – 23,686 miles
  • 2013 – 19,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,337 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

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

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear handbrake cables

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear cables rusted and spliting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,337 miles (+3,517)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,337 miles
    Test number
    619120925513
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  2. Pass117,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    354217987497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,820 miles (+3,426)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,820 miles
    Test number
    321616302213
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Also Driveshaft joint is noisy when driven and turning. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly Pull handle snapped but working (1.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass114,394 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    506054999142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear handbrake cables (1.1.15 (a))

  5. Fail114,393 miles (+5,110)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,393 miles
    Test number
    966006399732
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear handbrake cables (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass109,283 miles (+173)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,283 miles
    Test number
    104264056484
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear cables rusted and spliting (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail109,110 miles (+7,852)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,110 miles
    Test number
    149372571184
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear cables rusted and spliting (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass101,258 miles (+10,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,258 miles
    Test number
    366248898897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,356 miles (+7,281)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    864356309499
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,075 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,075 miles
    Test number
    268059152976
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail83,075 miles (+12,660)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,075 miles
    Test number
    302674920207
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass70,415 miles (+14,432)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,415 miles
    Test number
    552702650279
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass55,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    894433919682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,983 miles (+12,682)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    885050331623
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass43,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    730616436624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,301 miles (+8,660)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    198371828148
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass34,641 miles (+7,256)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,641 miles
    Test number
    142965388839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    578687525090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,385 miles (+3,699)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    339467525008
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass23,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,686 miles
    Test number
    715521334045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,686 miles (+4,506)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,686 miles
    Test number
    746911734048
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass19,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    19,180 miles
    Test number
    758701533067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ADB 753

What vehicle is registration ADB 753 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ADB 753 on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 5 Oct 2009. 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 ADB 753 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ADB 753 is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on ADB 753?
The MOT on ADB 753 is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ADB 753 done?
ADB 753 was recorded at 121,337 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 7,864 miles a year.
Has ADB 753 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ADB 753 has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on ADB 753 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 ADB 753 find?
ADB 753 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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