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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

LS62 RAUMOT history

LS62 RAU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 121,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LS62 RAU black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
121,774 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 RAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 RAU was last recorded at 121,774 miles on 20 May 2026, 6,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,122 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,652 miles
Average per year
8,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,774 miles
  • 2025 – 115,122 miles
  • 2024 – 108,487 miles
  • 2023 – 97,893 miles
  • 2022 – 88,240 miles
  • 2021 – 79,309 miles
  • 2020 – 70,017 miles
  • 2019 – 57,775 miles
  • 2018 – 48,185 miles
  • 2017 – 36,928 miles
  • 2016 – 36,402 miles
  • 2015 – 28,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,774 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,774 miles (+6,652)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,774 miles
    Test number
    667456248295
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass115,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,122 miles
    Test number
    766004747876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail115,122 miles (+6,635)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,122 miles
    Test number
    686327237110
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Both Side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass108,487 miles (+10,594)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,487 miles
    Test number
    986012791740
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass97,893 miles (+9,653)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    647386564854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,240 miles (+8,931)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,240 miles
    Test number
    520744141851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,309 miles (+9,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    79,309 miles
    Test number
    245411826225
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass70,017 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,017 miles
    Test number
    516519010228
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  9. Fail70,002 miles (+12,227)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,002 miles
    Test number
    195451669174
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass57,775 miles (+9,590)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    918917221374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,185 miles (+11,257)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,185 miles
    Test number
    623949505766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,928 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,928 miles
    Test number
    926626618983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,402 miles (+7,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,402 miles
    Test number
    134616929003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass28,575 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,575 miles
    Test number
    150070834310
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn
    • AdvisoryVehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Questions about LS62 RAU

Does LS62 RAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 RAU is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 RAU?
The MOT on LS62 RAU is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 RAU done?
LS62 RAU was recorded at 121,774 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 8,760 miles a year.
Has LS62 RAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 RAU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS62 RAU 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 LS62 RAU find?
LS62 RAU passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4.

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