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Mercedes-Benz ML

White · Diesel · 2014 · 2,987 cc

L5 MLJMOT history

L5 MLJ is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 12 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 115,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

L5 MLJ white Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
115,909 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
12 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MLJ was last recorded at 115,909 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 13,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,849 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
13,060 miles
Average per year
10,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,909 miles
  • 2025 – 102,849 miles
  • 2024 – 89,824 miles
  • 2023 – 76,262 miles
  • 2022 – 64,045 miles
  • 2021 – 54,749 miles
  • 2020 – 46,530 miles
  • 2019 – 40,969 miles
  • 2018 – 32,181 miles
  • 2017 – 23,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,909 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,909 miles (+13,060)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    115,909 miles
    Test number
    657391093308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass102,849 miles (+13,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,849 miles
    Test number
    424076912625
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass89,824 miles (+13,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,824 miles
    Test number
    979865530110
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass76,262 miles (+12,217)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,262 miles
    Test number
    519057351181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass64,045 miles (+9,296)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,045 miles
    Test number
    829538990094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,749 miles (+8,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,749 miles
    Test number
    484429988079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,530 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    46,530 miles
    Test number
    809616796769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,969 miles (+8,788)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,969 miles
    Test number
    255514966023
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass32,181 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,181 miles
    Test number
    938497378077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,180 miles (+8,944)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,180 miles
    Test number
    495775681598
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass23,236 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,236 miles
    Test number
    165509003946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail23,236 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,236 miles
    Test number
    424247752137
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 MLJ

Does L5 MLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MLJ is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MLJ?
The MOT on L5 MLJ is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MLJ done?
L5 MLJ was recorded at 115,909 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 10,260 miles a year.
Has L5 MLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MLJ has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on L5 MLJ 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 L5 MLJ find?
L5 MLJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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