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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,685 cc

LR05 VPXMOT history

LR05 VPX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 22 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 182,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2022.

LR05 VPX silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2023
Mileage
182,678 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2022
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2023
Latest MOT test
24 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VPX was last recorded at 182,678 miles on 24 May 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,674 miles · 3 May 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
10,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,678 miles
  • 2020 – 181,245 miles
  • 2019 – 178,510 miles
  • 2018 – 170,839 miles
  • 2016 – 155,191 miles
  • 2015 – 143,738 miles
  • 2014 – 132,893 miles
  • 2013 – 128,811 miles
  • 2012 – 117,348 miles
  • 2011 – 90,140 miles
  • 2010 – 63,977 miles
  • 2009 – 47,466 miles
  • 2008 – 34,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,678 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear wiper blade torn

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,678 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    182,678 miles
    Test number
    404379245257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade torn

  2. Fail182,674 miles (+1,429)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,674 miles
    Test number
    483089339755
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,245 miles (+2,735)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    181,245 miles
    Test number
    173371749024
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material engine bay x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level warning light on
    • AdvisoryPassenger air bag turned off

  4. Pass178,510 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    178,510 miles
    Test number
    146600873632
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant warning light illuminated

  5. Fail178,508 miles (+7,669)2 dangerous9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,508 miles
    Test number
    517700851822
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant warning light illuminated

  6. Pass170,839 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    170,839 miles
    Test number
    657195313525
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Fail170,839 miles (+15,648)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,839 miles
    Test number
    918213220480
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ferrull (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded ferrull (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass155,191 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    155,191 miles
    Test number
    437090617939
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise air bag turned off

  9. Fail155,189 miles (+11,451)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,189 miles
    Test number
    449155356594
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across sub frame metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise air bag turned off

  10. Pass143,738 miles (+1)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    143,738 miles
    Test number
    259098715220
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail143,737 miles (+10,844)7 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,737 miles
    Test number
    736266515209
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass132,893 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    132,893 miles
    Test number
    417330524236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail132,873 miles (+4,062)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,873 miles
    Test number
    269057214266
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass128,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    128,811 miles
    Test number
    345116103431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,811 miles (+11,463)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,811 miles
    Test number
    395594203268
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs slight wear

  16. Pass117,348 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    616249232137
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front anti roll bar bushes (outers) have slight play

  17. Fail117,348 miles (+27,208)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    886149932147
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside and offside front anti roll bar bushes (outers) have slight play

  18. Pass90,140 miles (+258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,140 miles
    Test number
    827020141115
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail89,882 miles (+25,905)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,882 miles
    Test number
    848876731118
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass63,977 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    702691540147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail63,977 miles (+16,511)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    242985030410
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass47,466 miles (+12,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,466 miles
    Test number
    254845929169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass34,607 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,607 miles
    Test number
    761660338116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,371 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,371 miles
    Test number
    341933728183
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LR05 VPX

Does LR05 VPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VPX expired on 23 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VPX?
The MOT on LR05 VPX expired on 23 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VPX done?
LR05 VPX was recorded at 182,678 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2022, an average of 10,549 miles a year.
Has LR05 VPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VPX has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 VPX 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 LR05 VPX find?
LR05 VPX passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive; rear wiper blade torn.

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