Mercedes ML55

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 5,439 cc

L70 DGHMOT history

L70 DGH is a silver petrol Mercedes ML55 first used on 1 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 159,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2025.

L70 DGH silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
159,418 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 DGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
ML55
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 DGH was last recorded at 159,418 miles on 16 Jul 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Nov 2009: 52,274 miles, lower than 80,106 miles on 5 Nov 2009.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,415 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,418 miles
  • 2021 – 154,821 miles
  • 2020 – 151,116 miles
  • 2019 – 145,847 miles
  • 2018 – 144,230 miles
  • 2017 – 142,912 miles
  • 2016 – 138,409 miles
  • 2015 – 130,690 miles
  • 2014 – 123,751 miles
  • 2013 – 119,154 miles
  • 2012 – 113,818 miles
  • 2011 – 96,370 miles
  • 2009 – 80,150 miles
  • 2008 – 76,641 miles
  • 2007 – 64,227 miles
  • 2006 – 50,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,418 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,418 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,418 miles
    Test number
    881866129366
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components undersealed

  2. Fail159,415 miles (+4,594)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,415 miles
    Test number
    867814382050
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components undersealed

  3. Pass154,821 miles (+3,705)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,821 miles
    Test number
    657610692907
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass151,116 miles (+5,269)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    151,116 miles
    Test number
    438653310757
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass145,847 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    145,847 miles
    Test number
    794621133073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,230 miles (+1,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,230 miles
    Test number
    382087186821
    • AdvisoryFront Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  7. Pass142,912 miles (+4,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    142,912 miles
    Test number
    497938405902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/f tyre close to legal

  8. Pass138,409 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    138,409 miles
    Test number
    355227830214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking excessive

  9. Fail138,378 miles (+7,688)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,378 miles
    Test number
    482568969012
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking excessive

  10. Pass130,690 miles (+6,939)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,690 miles
    Test number
    517773045018
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass123,751 miles (+4,597)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    123,751 miles
    Test number
    688032244050
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass119,154 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,154 miles
    Test number
    618562953025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,818 miles (+17,448)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    113,818 miles
    Test number
    165202942061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass96,370 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,370 miles
    Test number
    466992341053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail96,348 miles (+16,198)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,348 miles
    Test number
    407960141019
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass80,150 miles (+27,876)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,150 miles
    Test number
    493934649450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,274 miles (-27,832)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,274 miles
    Test number
    432034819372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,106 miles (+3,465)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,106 miles
    Test number
    750399009327
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass76,641 miles (+12,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    562201338299
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass64,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    624200147264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,227 miles (+13,303)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,227 miles
    Test number
    352363937274
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  22. Pass50,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    50,924 miles
    Test number
    520298096126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 DGH

Does L70 DGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 DGH expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 DGH?
The MOT on L70 DGH expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 DGH done?
L70 DGH was recorded at 159,418 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2025, an average of 5,711 miles a year.
Has L70 DGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 DGH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 DGH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L70 DGH find?
L70 DGH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all; underbody and suspension components undersealed.

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