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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

L31 CMXMOT history

L31 CMX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 3 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L31 CMX black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,752 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 CMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 CMX was last recorded at 121,752 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 4,644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,108 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,644 miles
Average per year
6,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,752 miles
  • 2025 – 117,108 miles
  • 2023 – 113,265 miles
  • 2022 – 110,889 miles
  • 2021 – 107,084 miles
  • 2020 – 104,448 miles
  • 2018 – 100,046 miles
  • 2017 – 91,138 miles
  • 2016 – 76,437 miles
  • 2015 – 67,102 miles
  • 2014 – 57,965 miles
  • 2012 – 40,330 miles
  • 2011 – 32,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,752 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryParking brake performance just met

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Advice keep eye on all tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,752 miles (+4,644)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,752 miles
    Test number
    779662290776
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance just met

  2. Pass117,108 miles (+3,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    117,108 miles
    Test number
    261352977022
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass113,265 miles (+1,147)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,265 miles
    Test number
    909834047949
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess all rear (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass112,118 miles (+1,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,118 miles
    Test number
    986263060408
    • AdvisoryAdvice further look at o/s/r and n/s/r hand brake and further look at rear foot brake
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight hand brake travel

  5. Pass110,889 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,889 miles
    Test number
    895666567723
    • AdvisoryAdvice further look at front and rear brakes
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on all tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight pitting at metal brake pipes advice on further look at all metal brake pipes

  6. Fail110,889 miles (+3,805)1 dangerous3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,889 miles
    Test number
    965969430285
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvice further look at front and rear brakes
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on all tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight pitting at metal brake pipes advice on further look at all metal brake pipes

  7. Pass107,084 miles (+2,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,084 miles
    Test number
    574058411481
    • AdvisoryAdvice on further look at rear foot and brake sticking slight o/s/r
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight pitting and further look at all metal brake pipes

  8. Pass104,448 miles (+4,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,448 miles
    Test number
    386576105368
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on all tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear and rear metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryAdvice on slight pitting at o/s/f and n/s/f metal brake pipes

  9. Pass100,046 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,046 miles
    Test number
    248524033584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail100,046 miles (+8,908)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,046 miles
    Test number
    416110104536
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass91,138 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,138 miles
    Test number
    767201087965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted covering components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted covering components in the underfame

  12. Fail91,138 miles (+14,701)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,138 miles
    Test number
    590712247799
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted covering components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted covering components in the underfame

  13. Pass76,437 miles (+9,335)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,437 miles
    Test number
    317113258720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,102 miles (+9,137)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,102 miles
    Test number
    304944699831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,965 miles (+7,531)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,965 miles
    Test number
    568600814310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,434 miles (+10,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    736194024057
    • 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)

  17. Pass40,330 miles (+8,207)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,330 miles
    Test number
    437965322478
    • NoteBoth rear h brake cables starting to split
    • NoteOsr brake disc corroded

  18. Pass32,123 miles (+7,324)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,123 miles
    Test number
    825592731369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,799 miles
    Test number
    957067191076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 CMX

Does L31 CMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 CMX is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 CMX?
The MOT on L31 CMX is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 CMX done?
L31 CMX was recorded at 121,752 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 6,564 miles a year.
Has L31 CMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 CMX has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L31 CMX 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 L31 CMX find?
L31 CMX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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