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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

LR61 RLUMOT history

LR61 RLU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 19 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 115,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LR61 RLU black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,379 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 RLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 RLU was last recorded at 115,379 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 3,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,767 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,612 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,379 miles
  • 2025 – 111,767 miles
  • 2024 – 107,004 miles
  • 2023 – 100,789 miles
  • 2022 – 93,320 miles
  • 2021 – 83,035 miles
  • 2020 – 77,847 miles
  • 2019 – 69,177 miles
  • 2018 – 57,360 miles
  • 2017 – 48,425 miles
  • 2016 – 37,041 miles
  • 2015 – 32,742 miles
  • 2014 – 24,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,379 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack bushes have movement not excessive

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.

  • Sill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,379 miles (+3,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,379 miles
    Test number
    704458898407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack bushes have movement not excessive
  2. Pass111,767 miles (+4,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    111,767 miles
    Test number
    368637367047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass107,004 miles (+6,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,004 miles
    Test number
    419866722289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass100,789 miles (+7,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,789 miles
    Test number
    694524322360
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass93,320 miles (+10,285)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,320 miles
    Test number
    922457793619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,035 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,035 miles
    Test number
    135715417259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,847 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,847 miles
    Test number
    112030332463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,844 miles (+8,667)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    101615134688
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  9. Pass69,177 miles (+11,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,177 miles
    Test number
    590465757341
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass57,360 miles (+8,935)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,360 miles
    Test number
    789206257963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,425 miles (+11,384)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,425 miles
    Test number
    595462687510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,041 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,041 miles
    Test number
    371344339142
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only
  13. Fail37,027 miles (+4,285)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,027 miles
    Test number
    743136562209
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisorySill, engine and under covers fitted, partial examination only
  14. Fail32,742 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,742 miles
    Test number
    866244935201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
  15. Pass32,742 miles (+8,515)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,742 miles
    Test number
    969214735211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
  16. Pass24,227 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,227 miles
    Test number
    617118534202
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR61 RLU

Does LR61 RLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 RLU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 RLU?
The MOT on LR61 RLU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 RLU done?
LR61 RLU was recorded at 115,379 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has LR61 RLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 RLU has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LR61 RLU 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 LR61 RLU find?
LR61 RLU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; steering rack bushes have movement not excessive.

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