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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,724 cc

LS03 NATMOT history

LS03 NAT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2023.

LS03 NAT black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
120,393 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 NAT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS03 NAT was last recorded at 120,393 miles on 23 Jan 2023, 3,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,650 miles · 18 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
3,743 miles
Average per year
5,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,393 miles
  • 2022 – 116,650 miles
  • 2020 – 113,476 miles
  • 2019 – 110,666 miles
  • 2018 – 108,015 miles
  • 2017 – 105,508 miles
  • 2016 – 104,387 miles
  • 2015 – 98,568 miles
  • 2014 – 90,489 miles
  • 2013 – 82,969 miles
  • 2012 – 76,228 miles
  • 2011 – 69,575 miles
  • 2010 – 61,172 miles
  • 2009 – 57,507 miles
  • 2008 – 51,068 miles
  • 2007 – 44,251 miles
  • 2006 – 35,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,393 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,393 miles (+3,743)5 dangerous12 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,393 miles
    Test number
    376418395842
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,650 miles (+3,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    116,650 miles
    Test number
    525801021978
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass113,476 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,476 miles
    Test number
    753218725349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,666 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,666 miles
    Test number
    579956616004
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened surface rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail110,659 miles (+2,644)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,659 miles
    Test number
    442122578131
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass108,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,015 miles
    Test number
    685349000395
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail108,015 miles (+2,507)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,015 miles
    Test number
    679550190291
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass105,508 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,508 miles
    Test number
    216471705438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail105,508 miles (+1,121)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,508 miles
    Test number
    555920472481
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass104,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,387 miles
    Test number
    408984905452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,387 miles (+5,819)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,387 miles
    Test number
    202541743730
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass98,568 miles (+8,079)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    349727475066
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass90,489 miles (+7,520)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,489 miles
    Test number
    546657354049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pads 70% worn
    • NoteWater pump bearing worn

  14. Pass82,969 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,969 miles
    Test number
    275579453001
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail82,969 miles (+6,741)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,969 miles
    Test number
    836298053008
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass76,228 miles (+6,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,228 miles
    Test number
    395078452078
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass69,575 miles (+8,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,575 miles
    Test number
    769249551099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass61,172 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,172 miles
    Test number
    784256150004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,507 miles (+6,439)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,507 miles
    Test number
    234901589135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,068 miles (+6,817)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,068 miles
    Test number
    510554568142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,251 miles (+9,073)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    224741487461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,178 miles
    Test number
    660058786154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 NAT

Does LS03 NAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 NAT expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 NAT?
The MOT on LS03 NAT expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 NAT done?
LS03 NAT was recorded at 120,393 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2023, an average of 5,150 miles a year.
Has LS03 NAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 NAT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 NAT 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 LS03 NAT find?
LS03 NAT failed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2023 with 5 dangerous defects, 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 19 more.

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