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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

LB51 HDXMOT history

LB51 HDX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2021
Mileage
120,721 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 HDX was last recorded at 120,721 miles on 28 Apr 2022, 5,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,780 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,941 miles
Average per year
5,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,721 miles
  • 2020 – 114,780 miles
  • 2019 – 107,946 miles
  • 2018 – 106,440 miles
  • 2017 – 104,015 miles
  • 2016 – 100,514 miles
  • 2015 – 96,017 miles
  • 2014 – 86,679 miles
  • 2013 – 78,777 miles
  • 2012 – 69,952 miles
  • 2011 – 61,838 miles
  • 2010 – 53,227 miles
  • 2009 – 46,575 miles
  • 2008 – 39,912 miles
  • 2007 – 33,232 miles
  • 2006 – 29,855 miles
  • 2005 – 25,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,721 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,721 miles (+5,941)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,721 miles
    Test number
    415252551167
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Pass114,780 miles (+283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,780 miles
    Test number
    951577683296
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail114,497 miles (+6,551)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,497 miles
    Test number
    438779980908
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,946 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,946 miles
    Test number
    771278622354
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead light washers not working

  5. Fail107,946 miles (+1,506)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,946 miles
    Test number
    876387774485
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead light washers not working

  6. Pass106,440 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    213741572347
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail106,440 miles (+2,425)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    505788687260
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended twisted (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,015 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,015 miles
    Test number
    609872382124
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail104,013 miles (+3,499)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,013 miles
    Test number
    574788365122
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass100,514 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,514 miles
    Test number
    652018795694
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail100,514 miles (+4,497)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,514 miles
    Test number
    261806598779
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass96,017 miles (+9,338)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    440678068153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,679 miles (+7,902)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,679 miles
    Test number
    965622684200
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s door repeter lens broken and only part working

  14. Pass78,777 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,777 miles
    Test number
    315001293460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,748 miles (+8,796)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,748 miles
    Test number
    955810993296
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass69,952 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    568973272241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,838 miles (+8,611)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,838 miles
    Test number
    367768981481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE REAR DISCS

  18. Pass53,227 miles (+6,652)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,227 miles
    Test number
    654114980248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,575 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,575 miles
    Test number
    304878189204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,912 miles (+6,680)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,912 miles
    Test number
    342468688223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,232 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,232 miles
    Test number
    754421497238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,855 miles (+4,317)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    182029476294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,538 miles
    Test number
    741472995202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HDX

Does LB51 HDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HDX expired on 26 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HDX?
The MOT on LB51 HDX expired on 26 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HDX done?
LB51 HDX was recorded at 120,721 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2022, an average of 5,761 miles a year.
Has LB51 HDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HDX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 HDX 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 LB51 HDX find?
LB51 HDX failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2022 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 4 more.

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