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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LL03 FBKMOT history

LL03 FBK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

LL03 FBK black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
162,095 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 FBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 FBK was last recorded at 162,095 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 4,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2014: 18,673 miles, lower than 101,571 miles on 19 Jul 2013.

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
157,423 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
4,672 miles
Average per year
6,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 162,095 miles
  • 2023 – 157,423 miles
  • 2022 – 154,760 miles
  • 2021 – 147,744 miles
  • 2020 – 140,015 miles
  • 2019 – 134,535 miles
  • 2018 – 127,271 miles
  • 2017 – 123,590 miles
  • 2016 – 120,741 miles
  • 2015 – 115,391 miles
  • 2014 – 18,673 miles
  • 2013 – 101,571 miles
  • 2012 – 95,873 miles
  • 2011 – 91,858 miles
  • 2010 – 86,458 miles
  • 2009 – 77,538 miles
  • 2008 – 67,882 miles
  • 2007 – 58,281 miles
  • 2006 – 42,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,095 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lights (4.1.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,095 miles (+4,672)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    162,095 miles
    Test number
    680987458720
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass157,423 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    157,423 miles
    Test number
    715028520705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass154,760 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    154,760 miles
    Test number
    948515173726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail154,752 miles (+7,008)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,752 miles
    Test number
    822730290751
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,744 miles
    Test number
    949369271167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,742 miles (+7,727)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,742 miles
    Test number
    713783124853
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass140,015 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,015 miles
    Test number
    104735718192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass134,535 miles (+7,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    134,535 miles
    Test number
    269547510308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass127,271 miles (+3,681)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    103627249486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel damaged no sharp edges exposed covered with tape.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass123,590 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,590 miles
    Test number
    418165147313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,589 miles (+2,848)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,589 miles
    Test number
    475897414977
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass120,741 miles (+5,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,741 miles
    Test number
    378970474483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail115,391 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,391 miles
    Test number
    396592305282
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass115,391 miles (+96,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,391 miles
    Test number
    467682105265
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass18,673 miles (-82,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,673 miles
    Test number
    515734484108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass101,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,571 miles
    Test number
    385890303450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,571 miles (+5,698)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,571 miles
    Test number
    499599993105
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass95,873 miles (+4,015)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,873 miles
    Test number
    538892602205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front steering arm has slight relative movement at its fixings

  19. Fail91,858 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,858 miles
    Test number
    728385991156
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass91,858 miles (+5,400)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,858 miles
    Test number
    939365291162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,458 miles (+8,920)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    290003100263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has multiple nails

  22. Pass77,538 miles (+9,656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,538 miles
    Test number
    284215499105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,882 miles (+9,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,882 miles
    Test number
    942900108238
    • 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)

  24. Pass58,281 miles (+15,457)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,281 miles
    Test number
    121062007292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,824 miles
    Test number
    883811906251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 FBK

Does LL03 FBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 FBK expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 FBK?
The MOT on LL03 FBK expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 FBK done?
LL03 FBK was recorded at 162,095 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 6,497 miles a year.
Has LL03 FBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 FBK has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LL03 FBK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 FBK find?
LL03 FBK passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect: front headlamp lens slightly defective both lights.

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