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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LD53 LNEMOT history

LD53 LNE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2023.

LD53 LNE silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2023
Mileage
126,773 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 LNE was last recorded at 126,773 miles on 18 Aug 2023, 1,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,749 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,024 miles
Average per year
6,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,773 miles
  • 2022 – 125,749 miles
  • 2021 – 119,735 miles
  • 2020 – 118,449 miles
  • 2019 – 108,776 miles
  • 2018 – 107,779 miles
  • 2017 – 101,053 miles
  • 2016 – 94,778 miles
  • 2015 – 87,936 miles
  • 2014 – 80,028 miles
  • 2013 – 70,348 miles
  • 2012 – 60,567 miles
  • 2011 – 51,482 miles
  • 2010 – 44,148 miles
  • 2009 – 38,606 miles
  • 2008 – 32,617 miles
  • 2007 – 25,071 miles
  • 2006 – 16,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,773 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated discoloured glass (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D shape bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's starting to wear towards inner wear markers cracking perishing
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front inner wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside central nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front anti roll bar all bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,773 miles (+1,024)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,773 miles
    Test number
    585126367980
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated discoloured glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D shape bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's starting to wear towards inner wear markers cracking perishing
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front inner wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside central nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,749 miles (+50)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,749 miles
    Test number
    534678206799
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front anti roll bar all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front anti roll bar all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar D bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail125,699 miles (+5,964)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    558826480730
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front anti roll bar all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front anti roll bar all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar D bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,735 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    119,735 miles
    Test number
    531434379881
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear 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 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))

  5. Fail119,734 miles (+1,285)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,734 miles
    Test number
    163463269390
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear 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 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))

  6. Pass118,449 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    498082426867
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail118,418 miles (+9,642)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,418 miles
    Test number
    332269046539
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass108,776 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,776 miles
    Test number
    830912816992
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail108,776 miles (+997)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,776 miles
    Test number
    533449394028
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass107,779 miles (+91)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    107,779 miles
    Test number
    740994829848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail107,688 miles (+6,635)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,688 miles
    Test number
    303639333315
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass101,053 miles (+64)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,053 miles
    Test number
    170054946510
    • AdvisoryFront VENTED DISCS WORN/LIPPED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ALLOY RIM DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE 275/55/17V
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear ANTIROLL BAR CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded ACROSS AXLE PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail100,989 miles (+6,211)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    938312643272
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HEADLAMP LENS OPAQUE (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working MIRROR (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HEADLAMP LENS OPAQUE (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront VENTED DISCS WORN/LIPPED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ALLOY RIM DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE 275/55/17V
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear ANTIROLL BAR CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded ACROSS AXLE PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass94,778 miles (+6,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,778 miles
    Test number
    330626333250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bush worn in drop down mounting (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass87,936 miles (+7,908)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    151167776351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has nail

  16. Pass80,028 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,028 miles
    Test number
    418866124284
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn out on edges

  17. Fail80,028 miles (+9,680)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,028 miles
    Test number
    617574024251
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn out on edges

  18. Pass70,348 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,348 miles
    Test number
    678930443239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,241 miles (+9,674)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    649143933220
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass60,567 miles (+9,085)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,567 miles
    Test number
    249641042237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,482 miles
    Test number
    156436331248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,482 miles (+7,334)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,482 miles
    Test number
    649526731216
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass44,148 miles (+5,542)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,148 miles
    Test number
    823617030297
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working

  24. Fail38,606 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,606 miles
    Test number
    531297539268
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass38,606 miles (+5,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,606 miles
    Test number
    832057739226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass32,617 miles (+7,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,617 miles
    Test number
    941266828240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass25,071 miles (+8,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    25,071 miles
    Test number
    120963137288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass16,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,341 miles
    Test number
    531809226297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 LNE

Does LD53 LNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 LNE expired on 9 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LNE?
The MOT on LD53 LNE expired on 9 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 LNE done?
LD53 LNE was recorded at 126,773 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2023, an average of 6,495 miles a year.
Has LD53 LNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LNE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 LNE 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 LD53 LNE find?
LD53 LNE failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d shape bush, and 11 more.

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