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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

F3 KSMMOT history

F3 KSM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 23 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

F3 KSM black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
148,093 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 KSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 KSM was last recorded at 148,093 miles on 20 May 2026, 3,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,725 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,368 miles
Average per year
5,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,093 miles
  • 2025 – 144,725 miles
  • 2024 – 142,755 miles
  • 2023 – 140,256 miles
  • 2022 – 138,295 miles
  • 2021 – 136,166 miles
  • 2020 – 133,143 miles
  • 2019 – 131,623 miles
  • 2018 – 129,101 miles
  • 2017 – 125,895 miles
  • 2016 – 123,527 miles
  • 2015 – 120,195 miles
  • 2014 – 117,265 miles
  • 2013 – 114,068 miles
  • 2012 – 105,941 miles
  • 2011 – 96,568 miles
  • 2010 – 87,992 miles
  • 2009 – 76,632 miles
  • 2008 – 67,189 miles
  • 2006 – 40,867 miles
  • 2005 – 28,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,093 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,093 miles (+3,368)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    148,093 miles
    Test number
    709716355373
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  2. Pass144,725 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,725 miles
    Test number
    132167364421
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joints (all) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,725 miles (+1,970)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,725 miles
    Test number
    775681867298
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joints (all) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,755 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    142,755 miles
    Test number
    604034174380
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail142,755 miles (+2,499)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,755 miles
    Test number
    775469593300
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass140,256 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,256 miles
    Test number
    556942819775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,295 miles (+2,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,295 miles
    Test number
    631470605141
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights faded
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights inop

  8. Pass136,166 miles (+3,023)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    136,166 miles
    Test number
    205943032073
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass133,143 miles (+1,520)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    133,143 miles
    Test number
    956829205480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern both headlights
    • AdvisorySlight play steering rack both sides

  10. Pass131,623 miles (+2,522)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    131,623 miles
    Test number
    256840924000
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass129,101 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,101 miles
    Test number
    341147796653
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail129,101 miles (+3,206)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,101 miles
    Test number
    314150290128
    • MajorFront Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass125,895 miles (+2,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    136512713658
    • AdvisoryOil leak from Engine + Gearbox + Diff
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  14. Pass123,527 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    123,527 miles
    Test number
    443359958286
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and front diff area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Fail123,527 miles (+3,332)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,527 miles
    Test number
    765668120942
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and front diff area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass120,195 miles (+2,930)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    120,195 miles
    Test number
    745899235132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  17. Pass117,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    117,265 miles
    Test number
    539773954134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,265 miles (+3,197)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,265 miles
    Test number
    225391954420
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass114,068 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    399851963113
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail114,068 miles (+8,127)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    918741363163
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass105,941 miles (+9,373)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    298520782458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,568 miles (+8,576)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,568 miles
    Test number
    897355661183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront windows have been tinted. possibly could fail a road side inspection
    • NoteOffside rear drive shaft inner cv joint boot split. as of 2012 this is a mot fail
    • NoteSuspect injector seal leaking

  23. Pass87,992 miles (+11,360)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    87,992 miles
    Test number
    223879360480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass76,632 miles (+84)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    76,632 miles
    Test number
    592972189178
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  25. Fail76,548 miles (+9,359)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,548 miles
    Test number
    792153779112
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  26. Pass67,189 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,189 miles
    Test number
    170358478164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,157 miles (+26,290)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,157 miles
    Test number
    212077878154
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass40,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    521865706284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,867 miles (+12,318)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,867 miles
    Test number
    130565906281
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  30. Pass28,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    28,549 miles
    Test number
    914990106278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 KSM

Does F3 KSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 KSM is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 KSM?
The MOT on F3 KSM is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 KSM done?
F3 KSM was recorded at 148,093 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 5,740 miles a year.
Has F3 KSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 KSM has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on F3 KSM 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 F3 KSM find?
F3 KSM passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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