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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

L15 TAWMOT history

L15 TAW is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 13 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 173,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

L15 TAW blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
173,964 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 TAW
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
13 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 TAW was last recorded at 173,964 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 4,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,555 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,409 miles
Average per year
7,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,964 miles
  • 2025 – 169,555 miles
  • 2024 – 165,797 miles
  • 2023 – 158,477 miles
  • 2021 – 157,576 miles
  • 2020 – 154,203 miles
  • 2019 – 148,249 miles
  • 2017 – 144,642 miles
  • 2016 – 135,033 miles
  • 2015 – 123,293 miles
  • 2014 – 109,675 miles
  • 2013 – 96,545 miles
  • 2012 – 87,706 miles
  • 2011 – 77,386 miles
  • 2010 – 63,872 miles
  • 2009 – 54,046 miles
  • 2008 – 45,628 miles
  • 2006 – 35,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,964 miles
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section rusty condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake performance on 16% limit

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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,964 miles (+4,409)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    173,964 miles
    Test number
    487712523603
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section rusty condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance on 16% limit

  2. Pass169,555 miles (+3,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    169,555 miles
    Test number
    399798348268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,797 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    165,797 miles
    Test number
    343630894956
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail165,729 miles (+7,252)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,729 miles
    Test number
    142186780380
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass158,477 miles (+901)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    158,477 miles
    Test number
    459037485546
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front outers, covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bolt loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights not working

  6. Pass157,576 miles (+2,476)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    157,576 miles
    Test number
    428237626660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))

  7. Pass155,100 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,100 miles
    Test number
    151199472535
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail155,084 miles (+881)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,084 miles
    Test number
    750549279176
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti-roll bar bolt loose
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass154,203 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,203 miles
    Test number
    682916939513
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail154,055 miles (+5,806)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,055 miles
    Test number
    274481507037
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass148,249 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,249 miles
    Test number
    339338537905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail148,191 miles (+3,549)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,191 miles
    Test number
    925793627701
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass144,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    207930259238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail144,642 miles (+3,246)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    132905191827
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass141,396 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    141,396 miles
    Test number
    534153186693
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded slight corrosion nearside front to rear brake pipes covers blocking inspection (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail141,342 miles (+6,309)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,342 miles
    Test number
    878159142551
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded slight corrosion nearside front to rear brake pipes covers blocking inspection (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass135,033 miles (+11,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,033 miles
    Test number
    107833277749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass123,293 miles (+13,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,293 miles
    Test number
    697694425095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass109,675 miles (+13,130)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    109,675 miles
    Test number
    299441624016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,545 miles (+8,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,545 miles
    Test number
    377849213080
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass87,706 miles (+10,320)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,706 miles
    Test number
    457939312094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,386 miles (+13,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    397970121003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  23. Pass63,872 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,872 miles
    Test number
    800283520008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,861 miles (+9,815)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,861 miles
    Test number
    823020020052
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

  25. Pass54,046 miles (+8,418)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,046 miles
    Test number
    563746709027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,628 miles (+10,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    45,628 miles
    Test number
    510942218071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass35,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    35,180 miles
    Test number
    832915456308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 TAW

Does L15 TAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 TAW is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 TAW?
The MOT on L15 TAW is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 TAW done?
L15 TAW was recorded at 173,964 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 7,284 miles a year.
Has L15 TAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 TAW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L15 TAW 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 L15 TAW find?
L15 TAW passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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