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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 3,724 cc

EGM 26MOT history

EGM 26 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 2 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

EGM 26 black 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 Aug 2027
Mileage
71,403 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
EGM 26
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

EGM 26 was last recorded at 71,403 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 1,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,251 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,152 miles
Average per year
2,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,403 miles
  • 2025 – 70,251 miles
  • 2024 – 68,942 miles
  • 2023 – 68,080 miles
  • 2022 – 66,808 miles
  • 2021 – 66,008 miles
  • 2020 – 65,178 miles
  • 2019 – 63,891 miles
  • 2018 – 62,466 miles
  • 2017 – 60,603 miles
  • 2016 – 59,471 miles
  • 2015 – 58,313 miles
  • 2014 – 56,809 miles
  • 2013 – 54,991 miles
  • 2012 – 52,930 miles
  • 2011 – 51,272 miles
  • 2010 – 48,553 miles
  • 2009 – 46,421 miles
  • 2008 – 42,343 miles
  • 2007 – 38,242 miles
  • 2006 – 31,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,403 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,403 miles (+1,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    71,403 miles
    Test number
    884122099148
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,251 miles (+1,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    70,251 miles
    Test number
    967649257205
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass68,942 miles (+862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,942 miles
    Test number
    498874679754
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass68,080 miles (+1,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,080 miles
    Test number
    833401340004
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass66,808 miles (+800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,808 miles
    Test number
    109219857059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass66,008 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,008 miles
    Test number
    731092815307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,178 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,178 miles
    Test number
    588809832265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,891 miles (+1,425)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    63,891 miles
    Test number
    814956277524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    62,466 miles
    Test number
    330987428974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail62,466 miles (+1,863)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,466 miles
    Test number
    122695202779
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake performance not tested leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,603 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,603 miles
    Test number
    972670708741
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at clamp (7.1.2)

  12. Pass59,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,471 miles
    Test number
    646435586632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail59,471 miles (+1,158)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,471 miles
    Test number
    620252564987
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,313 miles (+1,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,313 miles
    Test number
    308731315214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail56,809 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,809 miles
    Test number
    579143904240
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,809 miles (+1,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,809 miles
    Test number
    655033804208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,991 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    965266703242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  18. Fail54,991 miles (+2,061)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    525536703215
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  19. Pass52,930 miles (+1,658)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,930 miles
    Test number
    969055002248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,272 miles
    Test number
    838667311241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,272 miles (+2,719)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,272 miles
    Test number
    359306111265
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass48,553 miles (+2,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,553 miles
    Test number
    360061600466
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass46,421 miles (+4,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,421 miles
    Test number
    524476509240
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass42,343 miles (+4,101)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,343 miles
    Test number
    560886728277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,242 miles (+6,979)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,242 miles
    Test number
    473081267239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,263 miles
    Test number
    332773466463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about EGM 26

What vehicle is registration EGM 26 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show EGM 26 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 2 Sept 2003. 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 EGM 26 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on EGM 26 is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on EGM 26?
The MOT on EGM 26 is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has EGM 26 done?
EGM 26 was recorded at 71,403 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,021 miles a year.
Has EGM 26 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. EGM 26 has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on EGM 26 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 EGM 26 find?
EGM 26 passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: rear coil spring corroded; shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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