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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LM52 VKBMOT history

LM52 VKB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 123,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2022.

LM52 VKB silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2023
Mileage
123,379 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 VKB
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
25 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 VKB was last recorded at 123,379 miles on 30 Jul 2022, 4,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,021 miles · 31 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,358 miles
Average per year
5,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,379 miles
  • 2021 – 119,021 miles
  • 2020 – 116,009 miles
  • 2019 – 112,588 miles
  • 2018 – 108,926 miles
  • 2017 – 105,428 miles
  • 2016 – 103,937 miles
  • 2015 – 101,556 miles
  • 2014 – 97,829 miles
  • 2013 – 90,409 miles
  • 2012 – 85,087 miles
  • 2011 – 81,742 miles
  • 2010 – 71,244 miles
  • 2009 – 61,166 miles
  • 2008 – 50,574 miles
  • 2007 – 39,669 miles
  • 2006 – 29,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,379 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,379 miles (+4,358)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    123,379 miles
    Test number
    962251875436
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass119,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,021 miles
    Test number
    187059013442
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail119,021 miles (+3,012)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,021 miles
    Test number
    674363757431
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,009 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,009 miles
    Test number
    941902783522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,588 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,588 miles
    Test number
    117413281664
    • AdvisoryOil leak but excessive

  6. Fail112,527 miles (+3,601)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,527 miles
    Test number
    512739687457
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass108,926 miles (+3,498)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,926 miles
    Test number
    302178713613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,428 miles (+1,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,428 miles
    Test number
    842513029945
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass103,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    702263701819
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail103,937 miles (+2,381)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    330049419720
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass101,556 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,556 miles
    Test number
    139280285404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail101,556 miles (+3,727)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,556 miles
    Test number
    616580085083
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass97,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,829 miles
    Test number
    329014274002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail97,829 miles (+7,420)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,829 miles
    Test number
    678394874017
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass90,409 miles (+5,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,409 miles
    Test number
    635175073058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass85,087 miles (+3,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,087 miles
    Test number
    979288052080
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass81,742 miles (+336)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,742 miles
    Test number
    598381681003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear disc's slightly worn.

  18. Fail81,406 miles (+10,162)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,406 miles
    Test number
    649424571040
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear disc's slightly worn.

  19. Pass71,244 miles (+10,078)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,244 miles
    Test number
    452560070041
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBAS/ESP warning lamp on

  20. Pass61,166 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,166 miles
    Test number
    550041069071
    • NoteChips in windscreen less than 10mm
    • NoteN/s/f tyre close to limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre getting low
    • NoteSigns of an exhaust leak at centre joint but not leaking at the moment
    • NoteSlight lift in n/s/f lower swivel
    • NoteSlight wear lip on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight wear lip on rear brake discs

  21. Fail61,166 miles (+10,592)1 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,166 miles
    Test number
    891421169058
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChips in windscreen less than 10mm
    • NoteN/s/f tyre close to limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre getting low
    • NoteSigns of an exhaust leak at centre joint but not leaking at the moment
    • NoteSlight lift in n/s/f lower swivel
    • NoteSlight wear lip on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight wear lip on rear brake discs

  22. Pass50,574 miles (+10,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,574 miles
    Test number
    511630468017
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass39,669 miles (+10,314)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,669 miles
    Test number
    492090167051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,355 miles3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,355 miles
    Test number
    110235856403
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner wdge and on limits
    • NoteOffside steering rack mounting bush contaminated in oil
    • NoteSlight dampness around both offside and nearside rear brake calliper mounting bolts
    • NoteSome play in steering rack mounting bushes

  25. Pass29,355 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,355 miles
    Test number
    141285956434
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner wdge and on limits
    • NoteOffside steering rack mounting bush contaminated in oil
    • NoteSlight dampness around both offside and nearside rear brake calliper mounting bolts
    • NoteSome play in steering rack mounting bushes

Questions about LM52 VKB

Does LM52 VKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 VKB expired on 30 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 VKB?
The MOT on LM52 VKB expired on 30 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 VKB done?
LM52 VKB was recorded at 123,379 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2022, an average of 5,724 miles a year.
Has LM52 VKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 VKB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LM52 VKB 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 LM52 VKB find?
LM52 VKB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 4 more.

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