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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 5,439 cc

L55 ETCMOT history

L55 ETC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 22 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

L55 ETC black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
137,798 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 ETC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 ETC was last recorded at 137,798 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 1,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,457 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,341 miles
Average per year
3,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,798 miles
  • 2025 – 136,457 miles
  • 2024 – 132,949 miles
  • 2018 – 129,539 miles
  • 2016 – 125,940 miles
  • 2015 – 120,559 miles
  • 2013 – 119,192 miles
  • 2012 – 114,883 miles
  • 2011 – 100,924 miles
  • 2010 – 95,312 miles
  • 2009 – 85,539 miles
  • 2008 – 76,626 miles
  • 2007 – 71,903 miles
  • 2006 – 66,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,798 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,798 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,798 miles
    Test number
    833483633564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass136,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    414678356918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,457 miles (+3,508)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    967614843879
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass132,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    132,949 miles
    Test number
    120723577972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,949 miles (+3,410)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,949 miles
    Test number
    433382038956
    • MajorCentral Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,539 miles (+3,599)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,539 miles
    Test number
    224110017066
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,940 miles (+5,381)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    125,940 miles
    Test number
    739857908990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    120,559 miles
    Test number
    718476255054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail120,559 miles (+1,367)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,559 miles
    Test number
    947194955090
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  10. Pass119,192 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    119,192 miles
    Test number
    787733033252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,883 miles (+13,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    114,883 miles
    Test number
    157543012295
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail100,924 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,924 miles
    Test number
    357964931276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass100,924 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,924 miles
    Test number
    395974531417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,312 miles (+9,773)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    402053890218
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system is starting to corrode
    • NoteRear brakes are worn

  15. Pass85,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,539 miles
    Test number
    413483959271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,539 miles (+8,913)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,539 miles
    Test number
    994412759275
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass76,626 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    820041068247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly deterioated

  18. Fail76,623 miles (+4,720)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,623 miles
    Test number
    302155458467
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly deterioated

  19. Pass71,903 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    352772617293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,795 miles (+4,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    861704697130
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass66,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,933 miles
    Test number
    182671996184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L55 ETC

Does L55 ETC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 ETC is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 ETC?
The MOT on L55 ETC is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 ETC done?
L55 ETC was recorded at 137,798 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 3,578 miles a year.
Has L55 ETC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 ETC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 ETC 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 L55 ETC find?
L55 ETC passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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