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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

LB04 EKNMOT history

LB04 EKN is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
110,751 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EKN was last recorded at 110,751 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 6,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,308 miles · 30 May 2019
Between the last two tests
6,443 miles
Average per year
6,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,751 miles
  • 2019 – 104,308 miles
  • 2018 – 101,698 miles
  • 2017 – 98,500 miles
  • 2016 – 93,495 miles
  • 2015 – 88,267 miles
  • 2014 – 81,751 miles
  • 2013 – 74,283 miles
  • 2012 – 63,397 miles
  • 2011 – 50,959 miles
  • 2010 – 36,616 miles
  • 2009 – 28,194 miles
  • 2008 – 21,513 miles
  • 2007 – 17,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,751 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and back (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front bumper slight damage but no sharp edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules VARIOUS (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded VARIOUS (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside rearmost seat removed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,751 miles (+6,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,751 miles
    Test number
    690058613198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass104,308 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,308 miles
    Test number
    627911492773
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have been greased
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear suspension ball joints

  3. Fail104,174 miles (+2,476)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,174 miles
    Test number
    749660426321
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass101,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,698 miles
    Test number
    224852238390
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slight damage but no sharp edges

  5. Fail101,698 miles (+37)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,698 miles
    Test number
    194294733503
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slight damage but no sharp edges

  6. Fail101,661 miles (+3,161)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,661 miles
    Test number
    347146880313
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wing in brake pipe clip [both] (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded wing to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass98,500 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,500 miles
    Test number
    984734061491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,496 miles (+5,001)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,496 miles
    Test number
    355135091062
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass93,495 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,495 miles
    Test number
    303885644548
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules VARIOUS (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded VARIOUS (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rearmost seat removed
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from screen prior to test.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  10. Fail93,495 miles (+5,228)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,495 miles
    Test number
    664325372761
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules VARIOUS (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded VARIOUS (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rearmost seat removed
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from screen prior to test.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass88,267 miles (+6,516)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,267 miles
    Test number
    737987105195
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing

  12. Fail81,751 miles2 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,751 miles
    Test number
    218171204196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass81,751 miles (+7,468)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,751 miles
    Test number
    859011404145
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass74,283 miles (+10,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,283 miles
    Test number
    678188693015
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass63,397 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    916367412124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail63,397 miles (+10)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    266596012470
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail63,387 miles (+12,428)1 failure5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,387 miles
    Test number
    989744112168
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear brake pad wear indicator wires damaged - o/s/r is broken
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn heavily on inner edge
    • NoteRearmost occasional seats not erected at time of test - these seatbelts not checked

  18. Pass50,959 miles (+14,343)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,959 miles
    Test number
    119339281007
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre pressure was low - set prior to test - no visible puncture
    • NoteOil at minimum level
    • NoteRear brake pad wear sensor wires were catching on wheels - have moved them away but both wires are damaged
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  19. Pass36,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    172544700165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,616 miles (+8,422)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    673664600125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass28,194 miles (+6,681)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,194 miles
    Test number
    864457209153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,513 miles
    Test number
    850724318154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,513 miles (+3,948)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,513 miles
    Test number
    124453118140
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  24. Pass17,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,565 miles
    Test number
    484319507195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EKN

Does LB04 EKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EKN expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EKN?
The MOT on LB04 EKN expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EKN done?
LB04 EKN was recorded at 110,751 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 6,298 miles a year.
Has LB04 EKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EKN has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on LB04 EKN 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 LB04 EKN find?
LB04 EKN passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and back; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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