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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

L16 AELMOT history

L16 AEL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 17 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 18 MOT tests, with 65,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

L16 AEL silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
65,080 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
18 passed · 0 failed
Per year
3,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 AEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 AEL was last recorded at 65,080 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 3,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
61,379 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,701 miles
Average per year
3,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,080 miles
  • 2025 – 61,379 miles
  • 2024 – 55,788 miles
  • 2023 – 50,233 miles
  • 2022 – 47,974 miles
  • 2021 – 44,876 miles
  • 2020 – 41,345 miles
  • 2019 – 38,633 miles
  • 2018 – 34,851 miles
  • 2017 – 30,281 miles
  • 2016 – 27,759 miles
  • 2015 – 22,999 miles
  • 2014 – 18,071 miles
  • 2013 – 13,377 miles
  • 2012 – 8,878 miles
  • 2011 – 6,826 miles
  • 2010 – 4,942 miles
  • 2009 – 3,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,080 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracked and perished
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive undertrays damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,080 miles (+3,701)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    65,080 miles
    Test number
    361149310899
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive undertrays damp with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass61,379 miles (+5,591)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    883459515277
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,788 miles (+5,555)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    55,788 miles
    Test number
    887793459002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,233 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    50,233 miles
    Test number
    352402294793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,974 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    47,974 miles
    Test number
    450254863942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,876 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,876 miles
    Test number
    908285985961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,345 miles (+2,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    41,345 miles
    Test number
    745306725780
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass38,633 miles (+3,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,633 miles
    Test number
    539544949002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass34,851 miles (+4,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,851 miles
    Test number
    449066309285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass30,281 miles (+2,522)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,281 miles
    Test number
    207391375739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,759 miles (+4,760)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,759 miles
    Test number
    462787850171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,999 miles (+4,928)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    22,999 miles
    Test number
    515566265177
    • NoteEmissions too clean to register result

  13. Pass18,071 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    18,071 miles
    Test number
    986404154195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,377 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    13,377 miles
    Test number
    239401763111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass8,878 miles (+2,052)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    8,878 miles
    Test number
    966595462154
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK SUSPENSION,BRAKE PIVOT AND FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

  16. Pass6,826 miles (+1,884)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    6,826 miles
    Test number
    695556161129
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK SUSPENSION,BRAKE PIVOT AND FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

  17. Pass4,942 miles (+1,900)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    4,942 miles
    Test number
    180861160195
    • NoteUnable to check all suspension/brake/steering components due to covers fitted

  18. Pass3,042 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    3,042 miles
    Test number
    671313169199
    • NoteUnable to inspect front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

Questions about L16 AEL

Does L16 AEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 AEL is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 AEL?
The MOT on L16 AEL is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 AEL done?
L16 AEL was recorded at 65,080 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 3,710 miles a year.
Has L16 AEL ever failed its MOT?
No. L16 AEL has passed all 18 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L16 AEL 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 L16 AEL find?
L16 AEL passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; auxiliary belt cracked and perished; front oil leak, but not excessive undertrays damp with oil, and 2 more.

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