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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

L15 KGBMOT history

L15 KGB is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 167,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

L15 KGB blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2025
Mileage
167,220 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 KGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 KGB was last recorded at 167,220 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 5,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Sept 2021: 154,135 miles, lower than 154,409 miles on 17 Sept 2021.

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
161,572 miles · 6 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,648 miles
Average per year
7,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,220 miles
  • 2023 – 161,572 miles
  • 2022 – 157,828 miles
  • 2021 – 154,135 miles
  • 2020 – 150,317 miles
  • 2019 – 147,130 miles
  • 2018 – 143,058 miles
  • 2017 – 136,392 miles
  • 2016 – 126,670 miles
  • 2015 – 118,183 miles
  • 2014 – 110,099 miles
  • 2013 – 100,549 miles
  • 2012 – 87,003 miles
  • 2011 – 75,410 miles
  • 2010 – 64,075 miles
  • 2009 – 53,750 miles
  • 2008 – 43,516 miles
  • 2007 – 30,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,220 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

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, 2019–2022

  • Engine has oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front and rear pads appear low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking and Pershing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,220 miles (+5,648)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    167,220 miles
    Test number
    499203331378
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  2. Pass161,572 miles (+65)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    161,572 miles
    Test number
    173500987826
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads appear low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and Pershing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking and Pershing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody showing general corrosion

  3. Fail161,507 miles (+3,679)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,507 miles
    Test number
    442776898715
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads appear low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and Pershing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking and Pershing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody showing general corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight diesel leak

  4. Pass157,828 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    157,828 miles
    Test number
    644900305409
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,823 miles (+3,688)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,823 miles
    Test number
    134702472792
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,135 miles (-274)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,135 miles
    Test number
    956016253520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,409 miles (+4,092)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,409 miles
    Test number
    731010146810
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded chaulked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded chaulked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass150,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    150,317 miles
    Test number
    949127998941
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail150,316 miles (+3,186)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,316 miles
    Test number
    821485300911
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass147,130 miles (+4,072)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,130 miles
    Test number
    963360876929
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass143,058 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    143,058 miles
    Test number
    570985731331
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCan not check sections of brake pipes at near side rear , due to body coverings and grease

  12. Fail143,058 miles (+6,666)3 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,058 miles
    Test number
    188623917285
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCan not check sections of brake pipes at near side rear , due to body coverings and grease

  13. Pass136,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    923376694214
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp glasses faded

  14. Fail136,392 miles (+9,722)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    720118021729
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp glasses faded

  15. Pass126,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    126,670 miles
    Test number
    158434841868
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail126,670 miles (+8,487)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,670 miles
    Test number
    585465892237
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over rear axel (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main pipe front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass118,183 miles (+8,084)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,183 miles
    Test number
    288066245063
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to brake pipes
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryWear to front brake pads

  18. Pass110,099 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,099 miles
    Test number
    308565124266
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail110,058 miles (+9,509)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,058 miles
    Test number
    196094224270
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass100,549 miles (+13,546)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,549 miles
    Test number
    657839843216
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight play in lower rear ball joints

  21. Pass87,003 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,003 miles
    Test number
    246396012166
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner shoulder

  22. Fail87,003 miles (+11,593)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,003 miles
    Test number
    877360712120
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner shoulder

  23. Pass75,410 miles (+11,335)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,410 miles
    Test number
    408475401180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust emissions too clean to be detected by analyser. Vehicle has passed emission test.

  24. Pass64,075 miles (+10,325)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,075 miles
    Test number
    804126410178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,750 miles (+10,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,750 miles
    Test number
    171896009191
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass43,516 miles (+12,848)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,516 miles
    Test number
    854378708183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    712224697046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 KGB

Does L15 KGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 KGB expired on 27 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 KGB?
The MOT on L15 KGB expired on 27 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 KGB done?
L15 KGB was recorded at 167,220 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 7,772 miles a year.
Has L15 KGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 KGB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L15 KGB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Sept 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 KGB find?
L15 KGB passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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