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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

LB54 EGFMOT history

LB54 EGF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2025
Mileage
159,212 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 EGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 EGF was last recorded at 159,212 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 1,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,899 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,313 miles
Average per year
7,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 159,212 miles
  • 2023 – 157,899 miles
  • 2022 – 149,166 miles
  • 2021 – 132,644 miles
  • 2020 – 124,148 miles
  • 2019 – 115,918 miles
  • 2018 – 109,120 miles
  • 2017 – 99,507 miles
  • 2016 – 87,748 miles
  • 2015 – 76,622 miles
  • 2014 – 75,510 miles
  • 2012 – 65,179 miles
  • 2011 – 60,968 miles
  • 2010 – 47,099 miles
  • 2008 – 36,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,212 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Ball joint has slight play + offside rear lower. (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,212 miles (+1,313)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,212 miles
    Test number
    295960987746
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,899 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    157,899 miles
    Test number
    143871892009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail157,892 miles (+8,726)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,892 miles
    Test number
    773815717327
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass149,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,166 miles
    Test number
    680615326252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail149,166 miles (+5,675)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,166 miles
    Test number
    620133634446
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass143,491 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,491 miles
    Test number
    252126351894
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail143,491 miles (+10,847)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,491 miles
    Test number
    519507562642
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass132,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    132,644 miles
    Test number
    596035441706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail132,644 miles (+8,496)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,644 miles
    Test number
    197891790131
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass124,148 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    124,148 miles
    Test number
    141585871019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail124,148 miles (+8,230)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,148 miles
    Test number
    413651048611
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass115,918 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,918 miles
    Test number
    125859935834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail115,918 miles (+6,798)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,918 miles
    Test number
    933719774716
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative levelling sensor bracket broken on bottom suspension arm (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush on lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass109,120 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,120 miles
    Test number
    330939781504
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play + offside rear lower. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail109,117 miles (+9,610)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,117 miles
    Test number
    820262446174
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play + offside rear lower. (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass99,507 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,507 miles
    Test number
    685674644796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInjector is chuffing

  17. Fail99,507 miles (+11,759)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,507 miles
    Test number
    315583983021
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInjector is chuffing

  18. Pass87,748 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,748 miles
    Test number
    737157524032
    • AdvisoryNearside repeater lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s+n/s/r lower ball joints.

  19. Fail87,744 miles (+11,122)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    676426944206
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside repeater lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s+n/s/r lower ball joints.

  20. Pass76,622 miles (+1,112)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,622 miles
    Test number
    108379115030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,510 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,510 miles
    Test number
    307379954483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,585 miles (+6,406)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,585 miles
    Test number
    468462404004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,179 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,179 miles
    Test number
    438509642416
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S washer jet not working
    • NoteSide to side movement in throttle pedal.

  24. Pass65,179 miles (+4,211)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,179 miles
    Test number
    639609442304
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S washer jet not working
    • NoteSide to side movement in throttle pedal.

  25. Pass60,968 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,968 miles
    Test number
    306054961383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S washer jet not working.

  26. Fail60,968 miles (+6,362)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,968 miles
    Test number
    827604061392
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/S washer jet not working.

  27. Pass54,606 miles (+7,507)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    966744201049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges.
    • NoteSqeaking from suspension.

  28. Pass47,099 miles (+10,495)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,099 miles
    Test number
    540454300034
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass36,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,604 miles
    Test number
    761274268311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail36,604 miles (+5,696)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,604 miles
    Test number
    821304368335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  31. Pass30,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,908 miles
    Test number
    410492208068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 EGF

Does LB54 EGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 EGF expired on 28 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 EGF?
The MOT on LB54 EGF expired on 28 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 EGF done?
LB54 EGF was recorded at 159,212 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 7,589 miles a year.
Has LB54 EGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 EGF has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 EGF 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 LB54 EGF find?
LB54 EGF passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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