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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

DSK 388MOT history

DSK 388 is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 21 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

DSK 388 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 7 May 2027
Mileage
141,043 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSK 388
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSK 388 was last recorded at 141,043 miles on 7 May 2026, 4,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,215 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,828 miles
Average per year
5,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,043 miles
  • 2025 – 136,215 miles
  • 2024 – 132,797 miles
  • 2023 – 127,943 miles
  • 2022 – 125,391 miles
  • 2021 – 123,796 miles
  • 2019 – 114,911 miles
  • 2018 – 109,076 miles
  • 2017 – 104,792 miles
  • 2016 – 97,372 miles
  • 2014 – 82,061 miles
  • 2013 – 74,640 miles
  • 2012 – 65,056 miles
  • 2011 – 57,103 miles
  • 2010 – 51,382 miles
  • 2009 – 41,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,043 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,043 miles (+4,828)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    141,043 miles
    Test number
    928994048911
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass136,215 miles (+3,418)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,215 miles
    Test number
    848159143249
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass132,797 miles (+616)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,797 miles
    Test number
    528981558902
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass132,181 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,181 miles
    Test number
    254898963248
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail132,180 miles (+199)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,180 miles
    Test number
    685572770867
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cord showing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both Front brake flexes outer sleeve perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail131,981 miles (+4,038)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,981 miles
    Test number
    813358281290
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To brake flexe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass127,943 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,943 miles
    Test number
    429823400644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,391 miles (+18)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,391 miles
    Test number
    254170340969
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler pipe to radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail125,373 miles (+23)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,373 miles
    Test number
    903699908245
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft bearing carrier rubber perished

  10. Fail125,350 miles (+1,554)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,350 miles
    Test number
    187242294348
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged snapped due to excess corrosion (1.1.15 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear tyres worn at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass123,796 miles (+8,885)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,796 miles
    Test number
    969809602032
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre support bush worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass114,911 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,911 miles
    Test number
    228154036731
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail114,911 miles (+5,835)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,911 miles
    Test number
    656678065166
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass109,076 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    975218488914
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  15. Fail109,076 miles (+4,284)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,076 miles
    Test number
    733853934403
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  16. Pass104,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,792 miles
    Test number
    858383797525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,791 miles (+7,419)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,791 miles
    Test number
    113972090291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,372 miles
    Test number
    185525350918
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail97,372 miles (+15,311)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,372 miles
    Test number
    745297477554
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass82,061 miles (+7,421)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,061 miles
    Test number
    447702704357
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s & o/s door mirror. Loose
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass cracked

  21. Pass74,640 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,640 miles
    Test number
    168215393297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,638 miles (+9,582)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,638 miles
    Test number
    216611493201
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass65,056 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,056 miles
    Test number
    976594082219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Fail65,024 miles (+7,921)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,024 miles
    Test number
    969263482258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass57,103 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,103 miles
    Test number
    185401871278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    818238521291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail56,684 miles (+5,302)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,684 miles
    Test number
    859278721232
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass51,382 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,382 miles
    Test number
    221233680155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,772 miles (+9,421)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,772 miles
    Test number
    993765240137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,351 miles
    Test number
    513244189166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DSK 388

What vehicle is registration DSK 388 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSK 388 on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 21 Jul 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 DSK 388 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DSK 388 is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on DSK 388?
The MOT on DSK 388 is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DSK 388 done?
DSK 388 was recorded at 141,043 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,919 miles a year.
Has DSK 388 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSK 388 has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on DSK 388 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 DSK 388 find?
DSK 388 passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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