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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LB08 BSOMOT history

LB08 BSO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
111,481 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BSO was last recorded at 111,481 miles on 27 May 2026, 9,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,416 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,065 miles
Average per year
6,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,481 miles
  • 2025 – 102,416 miles
  • 2024 – 94,529 miles
  • 2023 – 83,818 miles
  • 2022 – 78,403 miles
  • 2021 – 72,384 miles
  • 2020 – 66,774 miles
  • 2019 – 59,428 miles
  • 2018 – 52,082 miles
  • 2017 – 45,785 miles
  • 2016 – 39,311 miles
  • 2015 – 36,599 miles
  • 2014 – 31,633 miles
  • 2013 – 26,574 miles
  • 2012 – 22,841 miles
  • 2011 – 17,308 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,481 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,481 miles (+9,065)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,481 miles
    Test number
    981410060328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,416 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,416 miles
    Test number
    127673187529
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail102,415 miles (+7,886)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,415 miles
    Test number
    153949330919
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass94,529 miles (+10,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,529 miles
    Test number
    709111656459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust clump corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass83,818 miles (+5,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    83,818 miles
    Test number
    488307183750
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCut in nsf tyre
  6. Pass78,403 miles (+6,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,403 miles
    Test number
    704312215636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass72,384 miles (+5,610)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    738148085475
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt ratchet mechanism weak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass66,774 miles (+7,346)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    577117053468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat bely ratcheting mechanism becoming weak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass59,428 miles (+7,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,428 miles
    Test number
    660184072769
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass52,082 miles (+6,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,082 miles
    Test number
    189322889552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge and has small cut in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass45,785 miles (+6,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    197088969434
    • AdvisoryUndertays fitted
  12. Pass39,311 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    595095696480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,113 miles (+2,514)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,113 miles
    Test number
    502942023353
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  14. Pass36,599 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,599 miles
    Test number
    878451435276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,633 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,633 miles
    Test number
    257734824279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,574 miles (+3,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,574 miles
    Test number
    235404023290
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  17. Pass22,841 miles (+5,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    117477722220
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks in
  18. Pass17,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,308 miles
    Test number
    195425661290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BSO

Does LB08 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BSO is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BSO?
The MOT on LB08 BSO is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BSO done?
LB08 BSO was recorded at 111,481 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 6,416 miles a year.
Has LB08 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BSO has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 BSO 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 LB08 BSO find?
LB08 BSO passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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