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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L23 BJMMOT history

L23 BJM is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 20 Feb 2014. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 105,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

L23 BJM silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
105,542 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 BJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
20 Feb 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 BJM was last recorded at 105,542 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,496 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
7,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,542 miles
  • 2025 – 93,859 miles
  • 2024 – 90,323 miles
  • 2023 – 83,011 miles
  • 2022 – 74,893 miles
  • 2021 – 67,985 miles
  • 2020 – 62,247 miles
  • 2019 – 56,023 miles
  • 2018 – 42,622 miles
  • 2017 – 34,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,542 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,542 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    105,542 miles
    Test number
    507673465647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail105,496 miles (+11,637)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,496 miles
    Test number
    577657991277
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass93,859 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,859 miles
    Test number
    309860770862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,323 miles (+7,312)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,323 miles
    Test number
    179254416111
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn slightly on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s outer cv boot slight weep of grease
    • AdvisoryO/s rear fo lamp has only 50% of the LED bulbs working, ok at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/s rear lower inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly lipped
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn slightly on both edges
  5. Pass83,011 miles (+164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,011 miles
    Test number
    119091410701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Fail82,847 miles (+7,954)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,847 miles
    Test number
    496447451268
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass74,893 miles (+6,908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,893 miles
    Test number
    734962898851
    • AdvisoryNear side front outer cv boot perishing and leaking grease slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass67,985 miles (+5,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,985 miles
    Test number
    711098844127
    • AdvisoryOff side rear fog light has one led out and slight interference noted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass62,247 miles (+6,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,247 miles
    Test number
    346000491261
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass56,023 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,023 miles
    Test number
    874116917648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    748979224615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,001 miles (+9,379)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    362997721642
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres abnormally worn on edges
  13. Pass42,622 miles (+7,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,622 miles
    Test number
    121363495893
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre abnormally worn and cut on sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  14. Pass34,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    34,778 miles
    Test number
    272497515938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 BJM

Does L23 BJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 BJM is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 BJM?
The MOT on L23 BJM is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 BJM done?
L23 BJM was recorded at 105,542 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 7,406 miles a year.
Has L23 BJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 BJM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 BJM 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 L23 BJM find?
L23 BJM passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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