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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 3,498 cc

LB56 FTCMOT history

LB56 FTC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 31 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 124,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,242 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 FTC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 FTC was last recorded at 124,242 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,242 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,242 miles
  • 2025 – 109,297 miles
  • 2024 – 107,736 miles
  • 2023 – 101,228 miles
  • 2022 – 95,512 miles
  • 2021 – 93,409 miles
  • 2020 – 89,928 miles
  • 2018 – 84,397 miles
  • 2017 – 79,736 miles
  • 2016 – 72,725 miles
  • 2015 – 64,964 miles
  • 2014 – 59,913 miles
  • 2013 – 53,376 miles
  • 2012 – 45,271 miles
  • 2011 – 33,009 miles
  • 2010 – 20,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,242 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,242 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,242 miles
    Test number
    661386382171
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,242 miles (+14,945)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,242 miles
    Test number
    656729851045
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,297 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,297 miles
    Test number
    497157866843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,736 miles (+6,508)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,736 miles
    Test number
    374337630956
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,228 miles (+5,716)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,228 miles
    Test number
    665492025926
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm 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))

  6. Pass95,512 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    510989081757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,409 miles (+3,481)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    645333578864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,928 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,928 miles
    Test number
    323333281116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,397 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,397 miles
    Test number
    216919650737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,736 miles (+7,011)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    417423807950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,725 miles (+7,761)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,725 miles
    Test number
    362727787832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,964 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,964 miles
    Test number
    442884924029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,913 miles (+6,537)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,913 miles
    Test number
    158607564116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,376 miles
    Test number
    386360053118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,376 miles (+8,105)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,376 miles
    Test number
    496070153175
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass45,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,271 miles
    Test number
    607752852176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,271 miles (+12,262)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,271 miles
    Test number
    795013052198
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass33,009 miles (+12,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,009 miles
    Test number
    215128221075
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass20,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,046 miles
    Test number
    720455700086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 FTC

Does LB56 FTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 FTC is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 FTC?
The MOT on LB56 FTC is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 FTC done?
LB56 FTC was recorded at 124,242 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,501 miles a year.
Has LB56 FTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 FTC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 FTC 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 LB56 FTC find?
LB56 FTC passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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