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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LE03 XMRMOT history

LE03 XMR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 13 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 140,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

LE03 XMR silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2025
Mileage
140,377 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 XMR
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
13 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 XMR was last recorded at 140,377 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,377 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,377 miles
  • 2023 – 136,306 miles
  • 2022 – 131,060 miles
  • 2021 – 124,102 miles
  • 2020 – 113,402 miles
  • 2019 – 110,034 miles
  • 2018 – 104,030 miles
  • 2017 – 96,439 miles
  • 2016 – 92,493 miles
  • 2015 – 87,772 miles
  • 2014 – 83,450 miles
  • 2013 – 77,257 miles
  • 2012 – 69,602 miles
  • 2011 – 58,751 miles
  • 2009 – 45,677 miles
  • 2008 – 31,606 miles
  • 2007 – 27,053 miles
  • 2006 – 20,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,377 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Bonnet stays not working unable to hold bonnet open

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,377 miles
    Test number
    796335494712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail140,377 miles (+4,071)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,377 miles
    Test number
    688790740474
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass136,306 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    136,306 miles
    Test number
    353998934418
    • AdvisoryBonnet stays not working unable to hold bonnet open

  4. Fail136,305 miles (+5,245)2 dangerous8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,305 miles
    Test number
    847643099332
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet stays not working unable to hold bonnet open

  5. Pass131,060 miles (+75)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,060 miles
    Test number
    245599918864
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail130,985 miles (+6,883)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,985 miles
    Test number
    334410258831
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,102 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,102 miles
    Test number
    753967544411
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively alternator belt cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near rear subframe mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  8. Fail124,102 miles (+10,700)3 dangerous1 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,102 miles
    Test number
    932195246258
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened metal to metal with pad backing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively alternator belt cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald raised edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near rear subframe mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  9. Pass113,402 miles (+3,368)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,402 miles
    Test number
    227389801248
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass110,034 miles (+6,004)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    939693838783
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass104,030 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    479262662370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail104,030 miles (+7,591)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    207759565828
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass96,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,439 miles
    Test number
    563277323057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail96,439 miles (+3,946)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,439 miles
    Test number
    590559186439
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass92,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,493 miles
    Test number
    925503714138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,493 miles (+4,721)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,493 miles
    Test number
    706543312209
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass87,772 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,772 miles
    Test number
    770314233150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,771 miles (+4,321)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,771 miles
    Test number
    427626982079
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded running along vehicle floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass83,450 miles (+6,193)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,450 miles
    Test number
    597328944236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,257 miles (+7,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    705887623280
    • NoteSlight lift in offside front bottom ball joint

  21. Pass69,602 miles (+10,851)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    69,602 miles
    Test number
    707860152237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,751 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,751 miles
    Test number
    758880731108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail58,751 miles (+13,074)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,751 miles
    Test number
    817050331141
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass45,677 miles (+14,071)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,677 miles
    Test number
    633429189285
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  25. Pass31,606 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,606 miles
    Test number
    720432348186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,053 miles (+6,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,053 miles
    Test number
    813192447160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass20,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,123 miles
    Test number
    990423846140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 XMR

Does LE03 XMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 XMR expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 XMR?
The MOT on LE03 XMR expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 XMR done?
LE03 XMR was recorded at 140,377 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 6,506 miles a year.
Has LE03 XMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 XMR has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LE03 XMR 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 XMR find?
LE03 XMR passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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