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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LR03 HYUMOT history

LR03 HYU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 162,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

LR03 HYU black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2023
Mileage
162,514 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HYU
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
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HYU was last recorded at 162,514 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 7,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,352 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
7,162 miles
Average per year
8,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,514 miles
  • 2021 – 155,352 miles
  • 2020 – 148,636 miles
  • 2019 – 142,263 miles
  • 2018 – 132,329 miles
  • 2017 – 122,356 miles
  • 2016 – 113,380 miles
  • 2015 – 103,556 miles
  • 2014 – 95,431 miles
  • 2013 – 88,352 miles
  • 2012 – 81,858 miles
  • 2011 – 75,926 miles
  • 2010 – 69,537 miles
  • 2009 – 61,856 miles
  • 2008 – 52,867 miles
  • 2007 – 41,445 miles
  • 2006 – 24,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,514 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on braking and suspension components

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,514 miles (+7,162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    162,514 miles
    Test number
    184521431368
    • AdvisoryNearside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on braking and suspension components

  2. Pass155,352 miles (+6,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    155,352 miles
    Test number
    959759497527
    • AdvisoryBody panels corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass148,636 miles (+6,373)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,636 miles
    Test number
    773738760877
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Inner track rod has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner track rod has play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass142,263 miles (+9,934)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,263 miles
    Test number
    978545273488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,329 miles (+9,973)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    132,329 miles
    Test number
    837259287892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,356 miles (+8,976)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    399522328863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both rear lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fog light switch insecure

  7. Pass113,380 miles (+9,824)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    113,380 miles
    Test number
    165831511423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,556 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,556 miles
    Test number
    128791643672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,545 miles (+8,114)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    381109148090
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside fronts outer bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part nearside and offside front (through strut leg) (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear xcross member (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking under bonnet area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner streeing rack joint excessive play (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part hose bracket insecure (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front plastic head lamp covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass95,431 miles (+7,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,431 miles
    Test number
    906812884224
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass88,352 miles (+6,494)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    795036473228
    • NoteSlight free play in steering rack
    • NoteSlight play in top steering bearing

  12. Pass81,858 miles (+5,932)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,858 miles
    Test number
    918451862240
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Pass75,926 miles (+6,389)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    579229661212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEsp light on

  14. Pass69,537 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    634340360201
    • NoteESP light on

  15. Fail69,500 miles (+7,644)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,500 miles
    Test number
    782470190189
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass61,856 miles (+8,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,856 miles
    Test number
    963524769173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,867 miles
    Test number
    732843868126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,867 miles (+11,422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,867 miles
    Test number
    882783368131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

  19. Pass41,445 miles (+17,407)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,445 miles
    Test number
    141921077121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,038 miles
    Test number
    163228366043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 HYU

Does LR03 HYU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HYU expired on 19 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HYU?
The MOT on LR03 HYU expired on 19 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HYU done?
LR03 HYU was recorded at 162,514 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 8,342 miles a year.
Has LR03 HYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HYU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on LR03 HYU 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 LR03 HYU find?
LR03 HYU passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside coil spring corroded; offside coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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