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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

LF02 EWOMOT history

LF02 EWO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LF02 EWO silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2025
Mileage
114,593 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 EWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 EWO was last recorded at 114,593 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 2,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2019: 97,776 miles, lower than 111,379 miles on 5 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,625 miles · 20 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,968 miles
Average per year
2,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,593 miles
  • 2024 – 111,625 miles
  • 2023 – 110,740 miles
  • 2021 – 108,036 miles
  • 2020 – 102,558 miles
  • 2019 – 97,776 miles
  • 2018 – 111,379 miles
  • 2017 – 107,119 miles
  • 2016 – 103,372 miles
  • 2015 – 98,753 miles
  • 2014 – 95,864 miles
  • 2013 – 92,883 miles
  • 2012 – 89,585 miles
  • 2011 – 85,459 miles
  • 2010 – 80,254 miles
  • 2008 – 71,866 miles
  • 2007 – 64,810 miles
  • 2006 – 60,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,593 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight misting of oil under car

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight damage on front and rear bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail114,593 miles (+2,968)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,593 miles
    Test number
    428179959712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass111,625 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,625 miles
    Test number
    634974141641
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail111,625 miles (+885)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,625 miles
    Test number
    507187603805
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass110,740 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,740 miles
    Test number
    132126263433
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight misting of oil under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage on front and rear bumper

  5. Fail110,730 miles (+2,694)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,730 miles
    Test number
    254781593705
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight misting of oil under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight damage on front and rear bumper

  6. Pass108,036 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,036 miles
    Test number
    798625417245
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,034 miles (+5,476)4 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,034 miles
    Test number
    524552528657
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass102,558 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,558 miles
    Test number
    144748163868
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp lens sightly misted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail102,558 miles (+4,782)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,558 miles
    Test number
    483501597868
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discolouring
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp lens sightly misted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass97,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    428037319380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,776 miles (-13,603)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    286454727654
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass111,379 miles (+4,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,379 miles
    Test number
    718589930101
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,119 miles (+3,747)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,119 miles
    Test number
    695366392003
    • AdvisoryFront both sides wishbone slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass103,372 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,372 miles
    Test number
    575207556183
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass98,753 miles (+2,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    647178545074
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass95,864 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    608715024366
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail95,864 miles (+2,981)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    688107314307
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass92,883 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,883 miles
    Test number
    719910433366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail92,883 miles (+3,298)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,883 miles
    Test number
    445200233474
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass89,585 miles (+4,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,585 miles
    Test number
    428785732372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass85,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    85,459 miles
    Test number
    779754731378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail85,459 miles (+5,205)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,459 miles
    Test number
    137534131341
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass80,254 miles (+8,388)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,254 miles
    Test number
    193773280121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass71,866 miles (+7,056)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    71,866 miles
    Test number
    370312118307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,810 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    64,810 miles
    Test number
    630615907263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,120 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,120 miles
    Test number
    190784976182
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  27. Pass60,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,120 miles
    Test number
    761704876114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 EWO

Does LF02 EWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 EWO expired on 19 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 EWO?
The MOT on LF02 EWO expired on 19 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 EWO done?
LF02 EWO was recorded at 114,593 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 2,715 miles a year.
Has LF02 EWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 EWO has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 EWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 EWO find?
LF02 EWO failed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 6 major defects: nearside rear lower seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision; emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 4 more.

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