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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

LB51 RYWMOT history

LB51 RYW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 20 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 138,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,116 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 RYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 RYW was last recorded at 138,116 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,606 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,510 miles
Average per year
5,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,116 miles
  • 2025 – 133,606 miles
  • 2024 – 130,046 miles
  • 2023 – 126,031 miles
  • 2022 – 122,252 miles
  • 2021 – 117,456 miles
  • 2020 – 113,152 miles
  • 2019 – 108,079 miles
  • 2018 – 103,857 miles
  • 2017 – 98,373 miles
  • 2016 – 92,396 miles
  • 2015 – 87,784 miles
  • 2014 – 82,148 miles
  • 2013 – 77,445 miles
  • 2012 – 72,159 miles
  • 2011 – 66,026 miles
  • 2010 – 61,048 miles
  • 2009 – 55,689 miles
  • 2008 – 48,735 miles
  • 2007 – 42,752 miles
  • 2006 – 37,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,116 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,116 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,116 miles
    Test number
    688996955227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    133,606 miles
    Test number
    455556160430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail133,606 miles (+3,560)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,606 miles
    Test number
    347470079647
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))

  4. Pass130,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,046 miles
    Test number
    639972313654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail130,046 miles (+4,015)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,046 miles
    Test number
    286798250894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    237150459286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,031 miles (+3,779)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    470157694458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass122,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    929607125481
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail122,252 miles (+4,796)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,252 miles
    Test number
    393792599910
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass117,456 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    117,456 miles
    Test number
    978123164755
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail117,456 miles (+4,304)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,456 miles
    Test number
    167589608981
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass113,152 miles (+5,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    235250720860
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass108,079 miles (+4,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,079 miles
    Test number
    177473089350
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass103,857 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    989475994367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,373 miles
    Test number
    120570948514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail98,373 miles (+5,977)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,373 miles
    Test number
    949948279102
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass92,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,396 miles
    Test number
    504859931446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,396 miles (+4,612)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,396 miles
    Test number
    869702406219
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass87,784 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,784 miles
    Test number
    560901023932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    508253984268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,148 miles (+4,703)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    848753184202
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass77,445 miles (+5,286)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,445 miles
    Test number
    585925773218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass72,159 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,159 miles
    Test number
    475396972224
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail72,159 miles (+6,133)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,159 miles
    Test number
    477546972212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass66,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,026 miles
    Test number
    127067071201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,026 miles (+4,978)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,026 miles
    Test number
    655287771257
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass61,048 miles (+5,359)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    470675280209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail55,689 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    313558289251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass55,689 miles (+6,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,689 miles
    Test number
    572958789226
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass48,735 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,735 miles
    Test number
    842698288236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,752 miles (+5,746)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,752 miles
    Test number
    210262297229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,006 miles
    Test number
    572434806373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 RYW

Does LB51 RYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 RYW is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 RYW?
The MOT on LB51 RYW is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 RYW done?
LB51 RYW was recorded at 138,116 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 5,078 miles a year.
Has LB51 RYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 RYW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 RYW 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 RYW find?
LB51 RYW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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