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Mercedes-Benz ML 280 CDI

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

LB56 NPEMOT history

LB56 NPE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML 280 CDI first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,990 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 NPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML 280 CDI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 NPE was last recorded at 96,990 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 11,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,043 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
11,947 miles
Average per year
4,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,990 miles
  • 2024 – 85,043 miles
  • 2022 – 72,967 miles
  • 2021 – 69,617 miles
  • 2020 – 65,733 miles
  • 2019 – 62,617 miles
  • 2018 – 60,360 miles
  • 2016 – 54,492 miles
  • 2015 – 52,015 miles
  • 2014 – 50,471 miles
  • 2013 – 44,895 miles
  • 2012 – 38,617 miles
  • 2011 – 33,147 miles
  • 2010 – 29,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,990 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak underside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,990 miles (+11,947)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,990 miles
    Test number
    390010593220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak underside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass85,043 miles (+10,007)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,043 miles
    Test number
    412325547249
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass75,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,036 miles
    Test number
    412443842181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,036 miles (+2,069)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,036 miles
    Test number
    578442382832
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass72,967 miles (+3,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,967 miles
    Test number
    875054477454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear secondary position lamp not working

  6. Pass69,617 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    653191999325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the legal limit REPLACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit - recommend replacing soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit - recommend replacing soon (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail69,617 miles (+3,884)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    802644294636
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to the legal limit REPLACE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit - recommend replacing soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit - recommend replacing soon (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass65,733 miles (+3,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    935321829673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread on the legal limit - replace as soon as possible (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread on the legal limit - replace as soon as possible (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass62,617 miles (+2,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,617 miles
    Test number
    433666787424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,360 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,360 miles
    Test number
    779781794670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,004 miles (+3,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    619409259249
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass54,492 miles (+2,477)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,492 miles
    Test number
    480760377688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to delaminate

  13. Pass52,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    52,015 miles
    Test number
    198433702162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,015 miles (+1,544)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,015 miles
    Test number
    996999474837
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass50,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,471 miles
    Test number
    215010534388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail50,471 miles (+5,576)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,471 miles
    Test number
    786530234327
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass44,895 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,895 miles
    Test number
    216324943332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,617 miles (+5,470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,617 miles
    Test number
    858115932338
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim pattern flat

  19. Pass33,147 miles (+3,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    487293541344
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass29,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,549 miles
    Test number
    410985930403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 NPE

Does LB56 NPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 NPE is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 NPE?
The MOT on LB56 NPE is valid until 2 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 NPE done?
LB56 NPE was recorded at 96,990 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 4,479 miles a year.
Has LB56 NPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 NPE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 NPE 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 NPE find?
LB56 NPE passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive oil leak underside of engine, and 3 more.

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