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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

LB51 NZXMOT history

LB51 NZX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 149,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2023
Mileage
149,515 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 NZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 NZX was last recorded at 149,515 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 1,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,957 miles · 8 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,558 miles
Average per year
7,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,515 miles
  • 2021 – 147,957 miles
  • 2019 – 138,302 miles
  • 2018 – 130,879 miles
  • 2017 – 125,601 miles
  • 2015 – 118,943 miles
  • 2014 – 111,009 miles
  • 2013 – 101,018 miles
  • 2012 – 87,466 miles
  • 2011 – 78,295 miles
  • 2010 – 67,271 miles
  • 2009 – 51,163 miles
  • 2008 – 47,140 miles
  • 2007 – 32,737 miles
  • 2006 – 26,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,515 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,515 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    149,515 miles
    Test number
    884551780387
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail149,515 miles (+1,558)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,515 miles
    Test number
    640888468563
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass147,957 miles (+9,655)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    147,957 miles
    Test number
    953196641712
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll door lower edges have corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches have corrosion

  4. Pass138,302 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,302 miles
    Test number
    161679400615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail138,302 miles (+7,423)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,302 miles
    Test number
    435386563207
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,879 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,879 miles
    Test number
    142811096655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail130,879 miles (+5,278)1 dangerous9 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,879 miles
    Test number
    545074526419
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass125,601 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,601 miles
    Test number
    460563605142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,534 miles (+6,591)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,534 miles
    Test number
    154441926158
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass118,943 miles (+229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,943 miles
    Test number
    707071075590
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail118,714 miles (+7,705)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,714 miles
    Test number
    331417399822
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass111,009 miles (+86)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    111,009 miles
    Test number
    638631154395
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail110,923 miles (+9,905)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,923 miles
    Test number
    337324544371
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass101,018 miles (+13,552)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,018 miles
    Test number
    317720183217
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass87,466 miles (+9,171)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,466 miles
    Test number
    516390252184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass78,295 miles (+11,024)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,295 miles
    Test number
    209605721459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,271 miles (+16,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,271 miles
    Test number
    350324730128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass51,163 miles (+4,023)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,163 miles
    Test number
    632472519137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,140 miles (+14,403)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,140 miles
    Test number
    870962818214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,737 miles (+5,995)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,737 miles
    Test number
    874418437127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,742 miles
    Test number
    260938856481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 NZX

Does LB51 NZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 NZX expired on 19 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 NZX?
The MOT on LB51 NZX expired on 19 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 NZX done?
LB51 NZX was recorded at 149,515 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 7,538 miles a year.
Has LB51 NZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 NZX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 NZX 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 NZX find?
LB51 NZX passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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