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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

LA55 WYFMOT history

LA55 WYF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 134,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

LA55 WYF silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
134,814 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 WYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 WYF was last recorded at 134,814 miles on 15 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,813 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,814 miles
  • 2025 – 131,227 miles
  • 2024 – 127,969 miles
  • 2023 – 123,951 miles
  • 2022 – 119,536 miles
  • 2021 – 115,067 miles
  • 2020 – 111,302 miles
  • 2019 – 107,080 miles
  • 2018 – 101,057 miles
  • 2017 – 94,371 miles
  • 2016 – 86,166 miles
  • 2015 – 79,013 miles
  • 2013 – 70,676 miles
  • 2012 – 53,053 miles
  • 2011 – 44,303 miles
  • 2010 – 34,804 miles
  • 2009 – 26,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,814 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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 Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,814 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    134,814 miles
    Test number
    661242323236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,813 miles (+3,586)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,813 miles
    Test number
    798204364232
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,227 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    803473932261
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail131,227 miles (+3,258)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    532134584731
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,969 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,969 miles
    Test number
    292532975633
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail127,969 miles (+4,018)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,969 miles
    Test number
    815224667232
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass123,951 miles (+4,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    714079295695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass119,536 miles (+4,469)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,536 miles
    Test number
    530320452071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,067 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,067 miles
    Test number
    383373877742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,302 miles (+4,222)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,302 miles
    Test number
    639478264492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,080 miles (+6,023)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,080 miles
    Test number
    456609911836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,057 miles (+6,686)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    101,057 miles
    Test number
    482248906784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    94,371 miles
    Test number
    477991756742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,371 miles (+8,205)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,371 miles
    Test number
    917250660828
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass86,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    988745777112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail86,166 miles (+7,153)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,166 miles
    Test number
    440195949366
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass79,013 miles (+8,337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,013 miles
    Test number
    448845615027
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass70,676 miles (+8,149)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    939463053312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,527 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,527 miles
    Test number
    629079523069
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail62,527 miles (+9,474)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,527 miles
    Test number
    578879923028
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass53,053 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    529017222099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail53,033 miles (+8,730)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,033 miles
    Test number
    618616522023
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass44,303 miles (+9,499)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,303 miles
    Test number
    419807921090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,804 miles (+8,627)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    524142530097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,177 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,177 miles
    Test number
    441950039049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LA55 WYF

Does LA55 WYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 WYF is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 WYF?
The MOT on LA55 WYF is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 WYF done?
LA55 WYF was recorded at 134,814 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 6,284 miles a year.
Has LA55 WYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 WYF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 WYF 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 LA55 WYF find?
LA55 WYF passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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