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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

L8 OPPMOT history

L8 OPP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

L8 OPP black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,912 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 OPP was last recorded at 119,912 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 1,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,512 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,400 miles
Average per year
4,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,912 miles
  • 2024 – 118,512 miles
  • 2023 – 115,744 miles
  • 2022 – 112,222 miles
  • 2021 – 110,078 miles
  • 2020 – 107,152 miles
  • 2019 – 102,076 miles
  • 2018 – 99,269 miles
  • 2017 – 89,594 miles
  • 2016 – 82,138 miles
  • 2015 – 78,896 miles
  • 2014 – 74,672 miles
  • 2013 – 70,434 miles
  • 2011 – 65,189 miles
  • 2010 – 58,793 miles
  • 2009 – 49,265 miles
  • 2008 – 34,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,912 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.

  • Misting of oil from steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake has just met the minimum braking efficiency

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,912 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,912 miles
    Test number
    607889559687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,512 miles (+2,768)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,512 miles
    Test number
    247691631232
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component from steering rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,744 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    115,744 miles
    Test number
    621770357941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from steering rack
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the minimum braking efficiency

  4. Fail115,744 miles (+3,522)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,744 miles
    Test number
    950909050177
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from steering rack
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the minimum braking efficiency

  5. Pass112,222 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    432918808124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,078 miles (+2,926)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,078 miles
    Test number
    156543490829
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded and bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil from steering rack
    • AdvisoryOil leak but not excessive
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just met the minimum braking efficiency

  7. Pass107,152 miles (+5,076)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,152 miles
    Test number
    133194205314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,076 miles (+2,807)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,076 miles
    Test number
    199713737405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,269 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    99,269 miles
    Test number
    821409183613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail99,268 miles (+9,674)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    583932639291
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,594 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,594 miles
    Test number
    705900270705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,138 miles (+3,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    591867627236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass78,896 miles (+4,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,896 miles
    Test number
    669563925070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass74,672 miles (+4,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,672 miles
    Test number
    957281154026
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail70,434 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    217543103020
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass70,434 miles (+5,245)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    797443803021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,189 miles (+6,396)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    65,189 miles
    Test number
    695616041341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,793 miles (+9,528)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    242965930352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,265 miles (+15,128)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,265 miles
    Test number
    393114349395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,137 miles
    Test number
    412177748382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 OPP

Does L8 OPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 OPP is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 OPP?
The MOT on L8 OPP is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 OPP done?
L8 OPP was recorded at 119,912 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 4,972 miles a year.
Has L8 OPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OPP has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 OPP 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 L8 OPP find?
L8 OPP passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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