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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L23 LJWMOT history

L23 LJW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 29 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 101,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

L23 LJW silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,876 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 LJW
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
29 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 LJW was last recorded at 101,876 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 13,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Nov 2017: 13,455 miles, lower than 18,127 miles on 6 Dec 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
88,266 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,610 miles
Average per year
9,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,876 miles
  • 2025 – 88,266 miles
  • 2024 – 76,276 miles
  • 2023 – 65,689 miles
  • 2021 – 56,005 miles
  • 2020 – 44,706 miles
  • 2017 – 13,455 miles
  • 2016 – 18,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,876 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,876 miles (+13,610)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,876 miles
    Test number
    143530157397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,266 miles (+11,990)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,266 miles
    Test number
    435047133415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,276 miles
    Test number
    739570551260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,276 miles (+10,587)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,276 miles
    Test number
    803830193047
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass65,689 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    698841690766
    • 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))

  6. Fail65,689 miles (+9,684)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    393907420119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass56,005 miles (+9,711)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,005 miles
    Test number
    378672371235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass46,294 miles (+1,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    46,294 miles
    Test number
    387364684724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass44,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,706 miles
    Test number
    739003783893
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail44,706 miles (+31,251)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,706 miles
    Test number
    513730977499
    • MajorRear Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass13,455 miles (-4,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    13,455 miles
    Test number
    710809618554
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing low 3 mm tread depth.
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside, inner wheel arches and outer body sills.

  12. Pass18,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    18,127 miles
    Test number
    160221713005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 LJW

Does L23 LJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 LJW is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 LJW?
The MOT on L23 LJW is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 LJW done?
L23 LJW was recorded at 101,876 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 9,203 miles a year.
Has L23 LJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 LJW has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 LJW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L23 LJW find?
L23 LJW passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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