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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

L9 TEHMOT history

L9 TEH is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 168,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

L9 TEH black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
168,016 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 TEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 TEH was last recorded at 168,016 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2024: 153,105 miles, lower than 158,034 miles on 5 Apr 2024.

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
168,006 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
9,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,016 miles
  • 2025 – 158,944 miles
  • 2024 – 153,105 miles
  • 2023 – 147,889 miles
  • 2022 – 142,633 miles
  • 2021 – 137,024 miles
  • 2020 – 131,326 miles
  • 2019 – 129,102 miles
  • 2018 – 118,746 miles
  • 2017 – 110,073 miles
  • 2016 – 101,625 miles
  • 2015 – 91,614 miles
  • 2014 – 81,397 miles
  • 2013 – 48,115 miles
  • 2012 – 37,399 miles
  • 2011 – 27,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,016 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,016 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    168,016 miles
    Test number
    159844891234
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail168,006 miles (+9,062)3 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,006 miles
    Test number
    268419423797
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass158,944 miles (+5,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    158,944 miles
    Test number
    256032253895
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Pass153,105 miles (-4,929)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,105 miles
    Test number
    199467153801
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at mounting clip / inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from / around engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail158,034 miles (+10,145)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,034 miles
    Test number
    287963024304
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing. (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at mounting clip / inner wing. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from / around engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,889 miles (+11)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    147,889 miles
    Test number
    967245976854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad,. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking / perishing . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal.

  7. Fail147,878 miles (+5,245)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,878 miles
    Test number
    561463721236
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad,. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking / perishing . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal.

  8. Pass142,633 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    142,633 miles
    Test number
    583214268670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail142,608 miles (+5,584)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,608 miles
    Test number
    526595602332
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on

  10. Pass137,024 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,024 miles
    Test number
    317211609855
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge/tread depth at 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail137,024 miles (+5,698)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,024 miles
    Test number
    378886809856
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge/tread depth at 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass131,326 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,326 miles
    Test number
    181183738556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,102 miles (+10,356)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,102 miles
    Test number
    594229290217
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.26mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.71mm to 1mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.73mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass118,746 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,746 miles
    Test number
    869582563114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,073 miles (+8,448)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,073 miles
    Test number
    947874834462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,625 miles (+10,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,625 miles
    Test number
    501687343449
    • AdvisoryNearside main brake pipe light corrosion
    • AdvisoryLight cracks in both front flexible brake hoses

  17. Pass91,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,614 miles
    Test number
    585027012323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail91,614 miles (+140)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,614 miles
    Test number
    233809203769
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail91,474 miles (+10,077)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,474 miles
    Test number
    108737204947
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass81,397 miles (+2,253)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    81,397 miles
    Test number
    118384754393
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass79,144 miles (+3,862)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,144 miles
    Test number
    767329384180
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass75,282 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,282 miles
    Test number
    908219474055
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail75,282 miles (+27,167)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,282 miles
    Test number
    998289774083
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass48,115 miles (+10,716)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,115 miles
    Test number
    199909883079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,399 miles (+10,129)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,399 miles
    Test number
    759930082001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,270 miles
    Test number
    685998981065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L9 TEH

Does L9 TEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L9 TEH is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L9 TEH?
The MOT on L9 TEH is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L9 TEH done?
L9 TEH was recorded at 168,016 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 9,178 miles a year.
Has L9 TEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 TEH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L9 TEH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L9 TEH find?
L9 TEH passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush, and 3 more.

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