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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LE03 UBXMOT history

LE03 UBX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

LE03 UBX silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2023
Mileage
196,921 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 UBX
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
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 UBX was last recorded at 196,921 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 10,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,754 miles · 25 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
10,167 miles
Average per year
8,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 196,921 miles
  • 2021 – 186,754 miles
  • 2020 – 179,547 miles
  • 2019 – 174,582 miles
  • 2018 – 166,970 miles
  • 2017 – 159,617 miles
  • 2016 – 151,115 miles
  • 2015 – 143,682 miles
  • 2014 – 135,361 miles
  • 2013 – 126,001 miles
  • 2012 – 119,284 miles
  • 2011 – 114,808 miles
  • 2010 – 108,391 miles
  • 2009 – 99,542 miles
  • 2008 – 85,064 miles
  • 2007 – 72,183 miles
  • 2006 – 57,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,921 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,921 miles (+10,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    196,921 miles
    Test number
    247815190461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass186,754 miles (+7,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    186,754 miles
    Test number
    569484337025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside ie 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ie 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass179,547 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    179,547 miles
    Test number
    555100668774
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail179,545 miles (+4,963)1 dangerous3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,545 miles
    Test number
    157862291849
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass174,582 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    174,582 miles
    Test number
    695843432561
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail174,582 miles (+7,612)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,582 miles
    Test number
    759605376138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass166,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    166,970 miles
    Test number
    337589552810
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  8. Fail166,969 miles (+7,352)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,969 miles
    Test number
    663201635008
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  9. Pass159,617 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    159,617 miles
    Test number
    437087185403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  10. Fail159,616 miles (+8,501)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,616 miles
    Test number
    473945720153
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  11. Pass151,115 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    151,115 miles
    Test number
    259301917722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail151,114 miles (+7,432)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,114 miles
    Test number
    114620820600
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass143,682 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    143,682 miles
    Test number
    105895805140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail143,680 miles (+8,319)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,680 miles
    Test number
    638894105121
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail135,361 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,361 miles
    Test number
    216545204456
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass135,361 miles (+9,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,361 miles
    Test number
    318505604176
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail126,001 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,001 miles
    Test number
    249419683091
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass126,001 miles (+6,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    126,001 miles
    Test number
    496539883007
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass119,284 miles (+4,476)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    119,284 miles
    Test number
    407391292052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass114,808 miles (+6,417)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    114,808 miles
    Test number
    449923321106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteAdvise near side rear coil spring corosion
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades smearing screen

  21. Pass108,391 miles (+8,849)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,391 miles
    Test number
    151232320173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,542 miles
    Test number
    772567619116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,542 miles (+53)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,542 miles
    Test number
    804016919114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail99,489 miles (+14,425)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    204183619420
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  25. Pass85,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    431645508110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,064 miles (+12,881)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    512482508175
    • DangerousCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass72,183 miles (+14,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,183 miles
    Test number
    182412907132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass57,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,190 miles
    Test number
    182252206169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 UBX

Does LE03 UBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 UBX expired on 14 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 UBX?
The MOT on LE03 UBX expired on 14 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 UBX done?
LE03 UBX was recorded at 196,921 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 8,766 miles a year.
Has LE03 UBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 UBX has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LE03 UBX 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 LE03 UBX find?
LE03 UBX passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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