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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

LS51 NMXMOT history

LS51 NMX is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2025.

LS51 NMX blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2026
Mileage
114,834 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 NMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 NMX was last recorded at 114,834 miles on 27 Sept 2025, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,793 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
2,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,834 miles
  • 2022 – 108,792 miles
  • 2021 – 108,332 miles
  • 2019 – 106,865 miles
  • 2017 – 104,317 miles
  • 2016 – 101,135 miles
  • 2015 – 95,079 miles
  • 2014 – 89,368 miles
  • 2013 – 82,975 miles
  • 2012 – 78,272 miles
  • 2011 – 75,500 miles
  • 2010 – 73,586 miles
  • 2009 – 71,018 miles
  • 2008 – 68,604 miles
  • 2007 – 66,112 miles
  • 2006 – 57,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,834 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • General corrosion under body various suspension parts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,834 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    114,834 miles
    Test number
    440197167023
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail114,793 miles (+6,001)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,793 miles
    Test number
    602299814315
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,792 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    108,792 miles
    Test number
    745012217025
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail108,773 miles (+441)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,773 miles
    Test number
    382089535922
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,332 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,332 miles
    Test number
    277960984642
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body various suspension parts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail108,331 miles (+1,466)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,331 miles
    Test number
    439027302116
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body various suspension parts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass106,865 miles (+2,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    106,865 miles
    Test number
    984051373695
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass104,317 miles (+3,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,317 miles
    Test number
    145725968887
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass101,135 miles (+6,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,135 miles
    Test number
    574636353929
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass95,079 miles (+5,711)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,079 miles
    Test number
    856694285100
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass89,368 miles (+6,393)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,368 miles
    Test number
    327932484169
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass82,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,975 miles
    Test number
    266313983458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,975 miles (+4,703)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,975 miles
    Test number
    588633683123
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass78,272 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,272 miles
    Test number
    267582972158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass75,500 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,500 miles
    Test number
    978411761154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    253294470446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,586 miles (+2,568)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    233934370473
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass71,018 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,018 miles
    Test number
    992062769176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,604 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    444842388188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,112 miles (+8,115)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,112 miles
    Test number
    693278777167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,997 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    57,997 miles
    Test number
    810834986140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LS51 NMX

Does LS51 NMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 NMX expired on 26 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 NMX?
The MOT on LS51 NMX expired on 26 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 NMX done?
LS51 NMX was recorded at 114,834 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2025, an average of 2,955 miles a year.
Has LS51 NMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 NMX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 NMX 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 LS51 NMX find?
LS51 NMX passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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