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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,688 cc

LB54 HXOMOT history

LB54 HXO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 12 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,256 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 HXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 HXO was last recorded at 86,256 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,247 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,256 miles
  • 2025 – 84,876 miles
  • 2023 – 83,158 miles
  • 2022 – 79,043 miles
  • 2021 – 76,297 miles
  • 2020 – 76,199 miles
  • 2019 – 75,200 miles
  • 2018 – 72,140 miles
  • 2017 – 68,591 miles
  • 2016 – 66,755 miles
  • 2015 – 62,075 miles
  • 2014 – 57,098 miles
  • 2013 – 52,657 miles
  • 2012 – 47,382 miles
  • 2011 – 42,813 miles
  • 2010 – 36,258 miles
  • 2009 – 30,634 miles
  • 2008 – 24,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,256 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r brake pipesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront brake flexi hose ferrules corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f track rod end gaiter perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2016

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s front to rear pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,256 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,256 miles
    Test number
    402086530383
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront brake flexi hose ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f track rod end gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail86,247 miles (+1,371)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,247 miles
    Test number
    801050651101
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFront brake flexi hose ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f track rod end gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass84,876 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,876 miles
    Test number
    622919686263
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  4. Fail84,872 miles (+1,714)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    583753226766
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  5. Pass83,158 miles (+4,115)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,158 miles
    Test number
    273235829360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,043 miles (+2,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,043 miles
    Test number
    395872152233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass76,297 miles (+98)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,297 miles
    Test number
    523357490080
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass76,199 miles (+999)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,199 miles
    Test number
    945109784434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Pass75,200 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,200 miles
    Test number
    547116706232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Fail75,200 miles (+3,060)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,200 miles
    Test number
    933014124760
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass72,140 miles (+276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    72,140 miles
    Test number
    107003031629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail71,864 miles (+3,273)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    418930527362
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread. 275/55/r17-109v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/r17-109v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak under vehicle.

  13. Pass68,591 miles (+1,836)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    68,591 miles
    Test number
    139325148956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,755 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    336003127113
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

  15. Fail66,755 miles (+4,680)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    606516021511
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe a long rear axel (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes

  16. Pass62,075 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,075 miles
    Test number
    789584284807
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/r tyres on 3 mm

  17. Fail62,065 miles (+4,967)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,065 miles
    Test number
    243504827632
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp fog lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side lamps (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp fog lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/r tyres on 3 mm

  18. Pass57,098 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,098 miles
    Test number
    449391354419
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail57,098 miles (+4,441)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,098 miles
    Test number
    535451254378
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass52,657 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    52,657 miles
    Test number
    188035143335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,382 miles (+4,569)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    256889192291
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  22. Pass42,813 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,813 miles
    Test number
    139587141399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,258 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    564210540399
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop 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)

  24. Pass36,258 miles (+5,624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    873110840370
    • 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)

  25. Pass30,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,634 miles
    Test number
    253191159370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,634 miles (+5,830)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,634 miles
    Test number
    430871759477
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  27. Pass24,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,804 miles
    Test number
    232961458338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,804 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,804 miles
    Test number
    683330558366
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 HXO

Does LB54 HXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 HXO is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 HXO?
The MOT on LB54 HXO is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 HXO done?
LB54 HXO was recorded at 86,256 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 3,601 miles a year.
Has LB54 HXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 HXO has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 HXO 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 HXO find?
LB54 HXO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: corrosion to n/s/r brake pipes; front brake flexi hose ferrules corroded; n/s/f track rod end gaiter perished, and 1 more.

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