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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,688 cc

LS05 VKDMOT history

LS05 VKD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2022 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 204,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2022.

LS05 VKD silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2022
Mileage
204,660 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
13,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VKD
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
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS05 VKD was last recorded at 204,660 miles on 19 Feb 2022, 4,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,791 miles · 24 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,869 miles
Average per year
13,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 204,660 miles
  • 2021 – 199,791 miles
  • 2019 – 181,600 miles
  • 2018 – 166,123 miles
  • 2016 – 145,678 miles
  • 2015 – 125,502 miles
  • 2014 – 97,770 miles
  • 2013 – 75,608 miles
  • 2012 – 59,366 miles
  • 2011 – 45,805 miles
  • 2010 – 35,448 miles
  • 2009 – 28,399 miles
  • 2008 – 23,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail204,660 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak after turbo (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Both front anti-roll bar bushes worn outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail204,660 miles (+4,869)3 dangerous19 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,660 miles
    Test number
    478817503937
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak after turbo (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass199,791 miles (+18,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    199,791 miles
    Test number
    399855763609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,600 miles (+15,477)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    181,600 miles
    Test number
    696654225607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,123 miles (+20,445)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    166,123 miles
    Test number
    311802221095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass145,678 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,678 miles
    Test number
    507614323966
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar bushes worn outer
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front inner rack arm

  6. Fail145,670 miles (+20,168)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,670 miles
    Test number
    659953571969
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar bushes worn outer
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside front inner rack arm

  7. Pass125,502 miles (+8)2 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,502 miles
    Test number
    417430315237
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDash lights partially illuminated and stalk not working properly on sidelight
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing edges of tread
    • NoteOffside mirror loose but not insecure
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smeary

  8. Fail125,494 miles (+1,302)4 failures3 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,494 miles
    Test number
    388089305497
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working
    • NoteDash lights partially illuminated and stalk not working properly on sidelight
    • NoteHeadlamp beam images poor
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing edges of tread
    • NoteOffside mirror loose but not insecure
    • NoteRear brake pads appear low
    • NoteWindscreen wipers smeary

  9. Fail124,192 miles (+26,422)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,192 miles
    Test number
    868018295119
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteCentre stop not working

  10. Pass97,770 miles (+53)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,770 miles
    Test number
    546090574123
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s rear tyre deterated

  11. Fail97,717 miles (+22,109)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,717 miles
    Test number
    938347164106
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s rear tyre deterated

  12. Pass75,608 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    288755053498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,558 miles (+16,192)1 dangerous7 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,558 miles
    Test number
    406689643187
    • DangerousOffside Inner Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre rear brake light inopertive
    • NoteNearside front brake hose is not clipped in its position

  14. Pass59,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,366 miles
    Test number
    875815432102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,366 miles (+13,561)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,366 miles
    Test number
    249103732474
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass45,805 miles (+10,357)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,805 miles
    Test number
    457400641197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,448 miles
    Test number
    633940060133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,447 miles (+7,048)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,447 miles
    Test number
    251410760419
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass28,399 miles (+5,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    281729549478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass23,181 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,181 miles
    Test number
    390795878127
    • NoteN/s front tyre slight sidewall damage

Questions about LS05 VKD

Does LS05 VKD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 VKD expired on 23 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VKD?
The MOT on LS05 VKD expired on 23 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 VKD done?
LS05 VKD was recorded at 204,660 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2022, an average of 13,286 miles a year.
Has LS05 VKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VKD has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 VKD 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 LS05 VKD find?
LS05 VKD failed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2022 with 3 dangerous defects and 19 major defects: nearside front track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside rear parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel, and 19 more.

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