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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

K8 RSXMOT history

K8 RSX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 15 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 184,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

K8 RSX silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
184,861 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 RSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 RSX was last recorded at 184,861 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,480 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
8,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,861 miles
  • 2025 – 171,921 miles
  • 2024 – 164,497 miles
  • 2023 – 155,866 miles
  • 2022 – 154,918 miles
  • 2021 – 144,877 miles
  • 2020 – 136,676 miles
  • 2019 – 129,188 miles
  • 2018 – 121,702 miles
  • 2017 – 121,410 miles
  • 2016 – 115,508 miles
  • 2015 – 107,030 miles
  • 2014 – 104,906 miles
  • 2013 – 101,448 miles
  • 2012 – 94,781 miles
  • 2011 – 86,018 miles
  • 2010 – 72,748 miles
  • 2009 – 57,332 miles
  • 2008 – 42,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,861 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,861 miles (+381)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    184,861 miles
    Test number
    690029120276
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail184,480 miles (+12,559)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,480 miles
    Test number
    852327531077
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass171,921 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    171,921 miles
    Test number
    657514377326
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail171,917 miles (+7,420)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,917 miles
    Test number
    568807389002
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass164,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,497 miles
    Test number
    733800002618
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail164,463 miles (+8,597)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,463 miles
    Test number
    339779513650
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass155,866 miles (+96)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,866 miles
    Test number
    363658969881
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal paint (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail155,770 miles (+852)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,770 miles
    Test number
    808667791895
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryIdle speed to high

  9. Pass154,918 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,918 miles
    Test number
    558477019204
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail154,903 miles (+10,026)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,903 miles
    Test number
    159545719668
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass144,877 miles (+8,201)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,877 miles
    Test number
    193607040811
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass136,676 miles (+7,488)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,676 miles
    Test number
    610462952492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) slight

  13. Pass129,188 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,188 miles
    Test number
    783893081551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail129,187 miles (+7,485)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,187 miles
    Test number
    307262735944
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass121,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,702 miles
    Test number
    893475427241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,702 miles (+292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,702 miles
    Test number
    643487747668
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass121,410 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    121,410 miles
    Test number
    333412168553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  18. Fail121,410 miles (+5,902)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,410 miles
    Test number
    985782397501
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  19. Pass115,508 miles (+8,478)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    115,508 miles
    Test number
    261729019540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,030 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,030 miles
    Test number
    226023238673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,906 miles (+3,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,906 miles
    Test number
    158517894248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass101,448 miles (+104)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,448 miles
    Test number
    267840013388
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNear side rear handbrake cable outer cable worn

  23. Fail101,344 miles (+6,563)2 dangerous3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,344 miles
    Test number
    396967893406
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side rear handbrake cable outer cable worn

  24. Pass94,781 miles (+8,763)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,781 miles
    Test number
    889183792276
    • NoteWindscreen damage in swept area but not in drivers view (behind mirror)

  25. Pass86,018 miles (+13,270)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    86,018 miles
    Test number
    209512751286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePolly belt perishing
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  26. Pass72,748 miles (+197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    960114560228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail72,551 miles (+15,219)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    474178150250
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass57,332 miles (+14,922)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,332 miles
    Test number
    572071359270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear wiper split
    • NoteSteering rack has slight play
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  29. Pass42,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,410 miles
    Test number
    781622458241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 RSX

Does K8 RSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 RSX is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 RSX?
The MOT on K8 RSX is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 RSX done?
K8 RSX was recorded at 184,861 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 8,130 miles a year.
Has K8 RSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 RSX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 RSX 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 K8 RSX find?
K8 RSX passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective fogged; offside headlamp lens slightly defective fogged, and 4 more.

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