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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

L13 ANTMOT history

L13 ANT is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L13 ANT blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
104,307 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 ANT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 ANT was last recorded at 104,307 miles on 21 May 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,289 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
6,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,307 miles
  • 2025 – 97,499 miles
  • 2024 – 91,445 miles
  • 2023 – 86,580 miles
  • 2022 – 81,328 miles
  • 2021 – 76,160 miles
  • 2020 – 71,186 miles
  • 2019 – 62,993 miles
  • 2018 – 55,138 miles
  • 2017 – 45,151 miles
  • 2016 – 37,088 miles
  • 2015 – 26,240 miles
  • 2014 – 16,347 miles
  • 2013 – 13,163 miles
  • 2012 – 11,317 miles
  • 2011 – 9,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers in direct drivers view / wiper sweep

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn and 4.mm remaining

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,307 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    104,307 miles
    Test number
    523702152281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,289 miles (+6,790)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,289 miles
    Test number
    161793278141
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass97,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,499 miles
    Test number
    190712927862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,499 miles (+6,054)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,499 miles
    Test number
    184388809159
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,445 miles (+4,865)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    91,445 miles
    Test number
    339264305584
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cuts no cords wearing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cuts no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    863878620952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers in direct drivers view / wiper sweep
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn and 4.mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail86,580 miles (+5,252)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,580 miles
    Test number
    489455899089
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test stickers in direct drivers view / wiper sweep
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn and 4.mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,328 miles
    Test number
    962321749429
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious stickers in windscreen

  9. Fail81,328 miles (+5,168)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,328 miles
    Test number
    286974523039
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. switch appears faulty/ loose (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious stickers in windscreen

  10. Pass76,160 miles (+4,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    292800134883
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,186 miles (+8,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,186 miles
    Test number
    298453497726
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,993 miles (+7,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2020
    Odometer
    62,993 miles
    Test number
    567618344059
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))

  13. Pass55,138 miles (+9,987)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,138 miles
    Test number
    211639019554
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass45,151 miles (+8,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,151 miles
    Test number
    945013447803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass37,088 miles (+10,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,088 miles
    Test number
    828986516519
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass26,240 miles (+9,893)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,240 miles
    Test number
    487606045172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,347 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,347 miles
    Test number
    319077544167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,963 miles (+2,800)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    15,963 miles
    Test number
    809035614040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,163 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    13,163 miles
    Test number
    177224613094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,317 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    11,317 miles
    Test number
    246191412042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    9,504 miles
    Test number
    697691921006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail9,504 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,504 miles
    Test number
    105310221450
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Questions about L13 ANT

Does L13 ANT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 ANT is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 ANT?
The MOT on L13 ANT is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 ANT done?
L13 ANT was recorded at 104,307 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,183 miles a year.
Has L13 ANT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 ANT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 ANT 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 L13 ANT find?
L13 ANT passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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