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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LB03 YDAMOT history

LB03 YDA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 18 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 146,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2024
Mileage
146,531 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 YDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 YDA was last recorded at 146,531 miles on 6 Jul 2023, 7,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,509 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
7,022 miles
Average per year
6,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,531 miles
  • 2022 – 139,509 miles
  • 2021 – 132,747 miles
  • 2020 – 126,733 miles
  • 2019 – 121,576 miles
  • 2018 – 113,036 miles
  • 2017 – 103,850 miles
  • 2016 – 99,005 miles
  • 2015 – 93,400 miles
  • 2014 – 88,607 miles
  • 2013 – 82,653 miles
  • 2012 – 74,921 miles
  • 2011 – 66,847 miles
  • 2010 – 60,172 miles
  • 2009 – 52,830 miles
  • 2008 – 45,265 miles
  • 2007 – 36,664 miles
  • 2006 – 30,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,531 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine has oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,531 miles (+7,022)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,531 miles
    Test number
    827003307460
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass139,509 miles (+6,762)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,509 miles
    Test number
    322261770585
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner and outer D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower oil smudge on undertray
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass132,747 miles (+6,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    132,747 miles
    Test number
    664607017120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass126,733 miles (+5,157)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,733 miles
    Test number
    254694278087
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass121,576 miles (+8,540)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    121,576 miles
    Test number
    284101414562
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both anti roll bar d bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass113,036 miles (+9,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,036 miles
    Test number
    649323498327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass103,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    389434409501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,850 miles (+4,845)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    504077904040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  9. Pass99,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,005 miles
    Test number
    674198895933
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
  10. Fail99,005 miles (+5,605)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,005 miles
    Test number
    667147646612
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
  11. Pass93,400 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,400 miles
    Test number
    333765649455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,607 miles (+5,954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,607 miles
    Test number
    329517704428
    • NoteRear wiper blade is split
  13. Fail82,653 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,653 miles
    Test number
    377859883138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass82,653 miles (+7,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,653 miles
    Test number
    495689783140
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass74,921 miles (+8,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    638099202289
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass66,847 miles (+6,675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    66,847 miles
    Test number
    626215381109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  17. Pass60,172 miles (+7,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,172 miles
    Test number
    130325590136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass52,830 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,830 miles
    Test number
    542611499148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,265 miles (+8,601)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,265 miles
    Test number
    764722598189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,664 miles (+6,408)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,664 miles
    Test number
    763839797133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,256 miles
    Test number
    844050136229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 YDA

Does LB03 YDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 YDA expired on 29 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 YDA?
The MOT on LB03 YDA expired on 29 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 YDA done?
LB03 YDA was recorded at 146,531 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2023, an average of 6,888 miles a year.
Has LB03 YDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 YDA has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on LB03 YDA 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 LB03 YDA find?
LB03 YDA passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner and outer; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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