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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

LB53 GZPMOT history

LB53 GZP is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 26 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 134,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Feb 2023
Mileage
134,157 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 GZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 GZP was last recorded at 134,157 miles on 12 Feb 2022, 8,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,120 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,037 miles
Average per year
6,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,157 miles
  • 2021 – 126,120 miles
  • 2019 – 108,450 miles
  • 2018 – 105,877 miles
  • 2017 – 98,866 miles
  • 2015 – 91,510 miles
  • 2014 – 79,865 miles
  • 2013 – 71,465 miles
  • 2012 – 68,131 miles
  • 2011 – 62,006 miles
  • 2010 – 56,432 miles
  • 2009 – 50,979 miles
  • 2008 – 45,426 miles
  • 2007 – 38,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,157 miles
  • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s/n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,157 miles (+8,037)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    134,157 miles
    Test number
    539824385867
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s/n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,120 miles (+17,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    126,120 miles
    Test number
    440682952536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass108,450 miles (+2,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,450 miles
    Test number
    971926403982
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,877 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,877 miles
    Test number
    869207073620
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,877 miles (+7,011)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,877 miles
    Test number
    633174019031
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,866 miles
    Test number
    178228030638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,866 miles (+7,356)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,866 miles
    Test number
    737509831384
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  8. Pass91,510 miles (+11,645)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,510 miles
    Test number
    838027494368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded covered with underseal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront both sides brake disc has lipped
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner rack mounting bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass79,865 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    856892374299
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  10. Fail79,864 miles (+8,399)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,864 miles
    Test number
    556799364208
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass71,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    71,465 miles
    Test number
    836580563239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail71,465 miles (+3,334)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,465 miles
    Test number
    315247553238
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

  13. Pass68,131 miles (+203)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,131 miles
    Test number
    347909002237
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail67,928 miles (+5,922)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,928 miles
    Test number
    878672302278
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass62,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,006 miles
    Test number
    425749191156
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail62,006 miles (+5,574)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,006 miles
    Test number
    948349991116
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass56,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,432 miles
    Test number
    841175890128
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail56,426 miles (+5,447)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,426 miles
    Test number
    272165090444
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass50,979 miles (+5,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,979 miles
    Test number
    100145999181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass45,426 miles (+6,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,426 miles
    Test number
    824505408248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass38,767 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,767 miles
    Test number
    342686907421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,364 miles
    Test number
    163455727079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,364 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,364 miles
    Test number
    832785027053
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB53 GZP

Does LB53 GZP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 GZP expired on 11 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 GZP?
The MOT on LB53 GZP expired on 11 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 GZP done?
LB53 GZP was recorded at 134,157 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2022, an average of 6,498 miles a year.
Has LB53 GZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 GZP has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB53 GZP 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 LB53 GZP find?
LB53 GZP passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/n/s; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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