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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 3,498 cc

FC 555MOT history

FC 555 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 92,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

FC 555 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 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
92,550 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FC 555
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FC 555 was last recorded at 92,550 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 1,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Feb 2014: 33,047 miles, lower than 44,694 miles on 21 Feb 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,831 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,719 miles
Average per year
3,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,550 miles
  • 2025 – 90,831 miles
  • 2024 – 88,762 miles
  • 2023 – 86,627 miles
  • 2022 – 82,232 miles
  • 2021 – 76,755 miles
  • 2019 – 66,617 miles
  • 2018 – 59,917 miles
  • 2017 – 52,918 miles
  • 2016 – 46,768 miles
  • 2015 – 39,707 miles
  • 2014 – 33,047 miles
  • 2013 – 44,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,550 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,550 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    92,550 miles
    Test number
    684381630849
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosion

  2. Fail92,550 miles (+1,719)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,550 miles
    Test number
    350419113977
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosion

  3. Pass90,831 miles (+2,069)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,831 miles
    Test number
    161341604291
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake backing plates have age related corroion
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have age related corroion

  4. Pass88,762 miles (+2,135)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,762 miles
    Test number
    628897024987
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and components have age related corrosion

  5. Pass86,627 miles (+4,395)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,627 miles
    Test number
    375693285860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,232 miles (+5,477)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,232 miles
    Test number
    571732390973
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass76,755 miles (+10,138)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,755 miles
    Test number
    827238956600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,617 miles
    Test number
    485661090656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,615 miles (+6,698)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,615 miles
    Test number
    430887755955
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass59,917 miles (+6,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,917 miles
    Test number
    825470824226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass52,918 miles (+6,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,918 miles
    Test number
    543548233911
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  12. Pass46,768 miles (+7,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,768 miles
    Test number
    340283706621
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays

  13. Pass39,707 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,707 miles
    Test number
    147903365048
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail39,707 miles (+6,660)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,707 miles
    Test number
    988441765053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass33,047 miles (-11,647)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,047 miles
    Test number
    766877654011
    • NoteWipers worn

  16. Pass44,694 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,694 miles
    Test number
    829982953030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about FC 555

What vehicle is registration FC 555 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FC 555 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Mar 2010. 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 FC 555 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FC 555 is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on FC 555?
The MOT on FC 555 is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FC 555 done?
FC 555 was recorded at 92,550 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,691 miles a year.
Has FC 555 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FC 555 has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on FC 555 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Feb 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on FC 555 find?
FC 555 passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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