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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,688 cc

LR05 VUMMOT history

LR05 VUM is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 17 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 163,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

LR05 VUM silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2025
Mileage
163,990 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VUM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VUM was last recorded at 163,990 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,990 miles · 9 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 163,990 miles
  • 2023 – 163,217 miles
  • 2022 – 145,435 miles
  • 2021 – 141,247 miles
  • 2019 – 125,760 miles
  • 2018 – 108,418 miles
  • 2017 – 102,660 miles
  • 2016 – 93,792 miles
  • 2015 – 88,640 miles
  • 2014 – 82,737 miles
  • 2013 – 77,305 miles
  • 2012 – 71,255 miles
  • 2011 – 62,564 miles
  • 2010 – 54,412 miles
  • 2009 – 45,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,990 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,990 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    163,990 miles
    Test number
    486227071946
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail163,990 miles (+773)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,990 miles
    Test number
    272123720963
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass163,217 miles1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    163,217 miles
    Test number
    965114784412
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail163,217 miles (+17,782)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,217 miles
    Test number
    622098217870
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,435 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    145,435 miles
    Test number
    413409240030
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail145,433 miles (+4,186)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,433 miles
    Test number
    917841403405
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive ! Requires Attention.

  7. Pass141,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,247 miles
    Test number
    172480788366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail141,247 miles (+15,487)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,247 miles
    Test number
    690542446121
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass125,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    125,760 miles
    Test number
    446145086415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail125,760 miles (+17,342)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,760 miles
    Test number
    310520253564
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass108,418 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,418 miles
    Test number
    535445933773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,137 miles (+2,477)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,137 miles
    Test number
    248080398574
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass102,660 miles (+8,868)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,660 miles
    Test number
    911918005246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,792 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    687852520603
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine /gearbox area
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail93,790 miles (+5,150)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,790 miles
    Test number
    823242443178
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both fronts to flexy hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush in lower arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush in lower arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine /gearbox area
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass88,640 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,640 miles
    Test number
    165303915089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail88,638 miles (+5,901)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,638 miles
    Test number
    459572115076
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass82,737 miles (+2)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,737 miles
    Test number
    617284114095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front flexible brake hoses centre mounting grommets insecure

  19. Fail82,735 miles (+5,430)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,735 miles
    Test number
    145713414004
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front flexible brake hoses centre mounting grommets insecure

  20. Pass77,305 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    77,305 miles
    Test number
    346919003049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsr/osf brake pipes corroded

  21. Fail77,303 miles (+6,048)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,303 miles
    Test number
    576897603049
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsr/osf brake pipes corroded

  22. Pass71,255 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,255 miles
    Test number
    147603612464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Fail71,231 miles (+8,667)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,231 miles
    Test number
    138951112076
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass62,564 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    146080321476
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail62,447 miles (+8,035)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,447 miles
    Test number
    636603611037
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass54,412 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    641078500067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,127 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,127 miles
    Test number
    351992729090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail45,126 miles2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,126 miles
    Test number
    403441729048
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR05 VUM

Does LR05 VUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VUM expired on 18 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VUM?
The MOT on LR05 VUM expired on 18 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VUM done?
LR05 VUM was recorded at 163,990 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 7,631 miles a year.
Has LR05 VUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VUM has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 VUM 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 VUM find?
LR05 VUM passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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