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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

L40 YYSMOT history

L40 YYS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

L40 YYS silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,351 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 YYS
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
9 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 YYS was last recorded at 92,351 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 5,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,681 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,670 miles
Average per year
3,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,351 miles
  • 2025 – 86,681 miles
  • 2024 – 82,335 miles
  • 2023 – 78,608 miles
  • 2022 – 75,156 miles
  • 2021 – 73,000 miles
  • 2020 – 72,398 miles
  • 2019 – 67,398 miles
  • 2018 – 64,267 miles
  • 2017 – 60,815 miles
  • 2016 – 57,213 miles
  • 2015 – 53,987 miles
  • 2014 – 50,669 miles
  • 2013 – 47,293 miles
  • 2012 – 43,683 miles
  • 2011 – 40,123 miles
  • 2010 – 36,332 miles
  • 2009 – 32,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,351 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.

  • Undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,351 miles (+5,670)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,351 miles
    Test number
    109823703900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,681 miles (+4,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    211121675936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components
  3. Pass82,335 miles (+3,727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,335 miles
    Test number
    451367314390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components
  4. Pass78,608 miles (+3,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,608 miles
    Test number
    963937801046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged + both rears (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components
  5. Pass75,156 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,156 miles
    Test number
    654730099892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,000 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    623436117856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,398 miles (+5,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    866994827968
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components
  8. Pass67,398 miles (+3,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,398 miles
    Test number
    989928148499
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Pass64,267 miles (+3,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,267 miles
    Test number
    551069120885
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit All four (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass60,815 miles (+3,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,815 miles
    Test number
    236768387055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre close to edge.
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres worn on both edges slightly.
  11. Pass57,213 miles (+3,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,213 miles
    Test number
    223053419555
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  12. Pass53,987 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,987 miles
    Test number
    157621875453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,669 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,669 miles
    Test number
    338995394018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,597 miles (+3,304)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,597 miles
    Test number
    895331784093
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  15. Pass47,293 miles (+3,610)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,293 miles
    Test number
    146572393473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,683 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,683 miles
    Test number
    706708682013
    • NoteFront discs worn
  17. Fail43,683 miles (+3,560)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,683 miles
    Test number
    739548782052
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
  18. Pass40,123 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,123 miles
    Test number
    608210991066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,332 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,332 miles
    Test number
    210896170004
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  20. Fail36,265 miles (+3,436)1 failure3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,265 miles
    Test number
    184098060095
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass32,829 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,829 miles
    Test number
    101642179001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

Questions about L40 YYS

Does L40 YYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 YYS is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 YYS?
The MOT on L40 YYS is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 YYS done?
L40 YYS was recorded at 92,351 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,500 miles a year.
Has L40 YYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 YYS has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on L40 YYS 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 L40 YYS find?
L40 YYS passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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