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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LS55 FBEMOT history

LS55 FBE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2022.

LS55 FBE black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2023
Mileage
144,011 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 FBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 FBE was last recorded at 144,011 miles on 23 Nov 2022, 5,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,781 miles · 18 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
5,230 miles
Average per year
8,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,011 miles
  • 2020 – 138,781 miles
  • 2019 – 125,111 miles
  • 2018 – 111,298 miles
  • 2017 – 98,540 miles
  • 2016 – 92,215 miles
  • 2015 – 87,423 miles
  • 2014 – 75,970 miles
  • 2013 – 71,289 miles
  • 2012 – 68,460 miles
  • 2011 – 64,674 miles
  • 2010 – 59,825 miles
  • 2009 – 46,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,011 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted all over the body
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body

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.

  • Under trays fitted covering major components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,011 miles (+5,230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    144,011 miles
    Test number
    686806132792
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted all over the body
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body

  2. Pass138,781 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,781 miles
    Test number
    391972635241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering major components

  3. Fail138,780 miles (+13,669)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,780 miles
    Test number
    230038546379
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering major components

  4. Pass125,111 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,111 miles
    Test number
    300203968182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering major components

  5. Fail125,110 miles (+13,812)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,110 miles
    Test number
    978479665326
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering major components

  6. Pass111,298 miles (+12,758)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,298 miles
    Test number
    552915872284
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass98,540 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,540 miles
    Test number
    896988640206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,518 miles (+6,303)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,518 miles
    Test number
    403054690744
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  9. Pass92,215 miles (+4,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,215 miles
    Test number
    324194140633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge close to fail (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge close to fail (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass87,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,423 miles
    Test number
    631468895448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,423 miles (+11,453)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,423 miles
    Test number
    991735802394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass75,970 miles (+4,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,970 miles
    Test number
    707604904368
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass71,289 miles (+2,829)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,289 miles
    Test number
    769819993243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,460 miles (+3,786)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,460 miles
    Test number
    337066702303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,674 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,674 miles
    Test number
    727277731375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,825 miles (+13,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    59,825 miles
    Test number
    820494620339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass46,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,382 miles
    Test number
    520717729347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,382 miles (+16,066)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,382 miles
    Test number
    700897529371
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass30,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,316 miles
    Test number
    780701449073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 FBE

Does LS55 FBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 FBE expired on 22 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 FBE?
The MOT on LS55 FBE expired on 22 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 FBE done?
LS55 FBE was recorded at 144,011 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2022, an average of 8,249 miles a year.
Has LS55 FBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 FBE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LS55 FBE 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 LS55 FBE find?
LS55 FBE passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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