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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LU03 BJKMOT history

LU03 BJK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LU03 BJK black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
82,970 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 BJK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 BJK was last recorded at 82,970 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 6,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Feb 2013: 17,479 miles, lower than 149,928 miles on 15 Feb 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
76,000 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,970 miles
Average per year
3,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,970 miles
  • 2025 – 76,000 miles
  • 2024 – 74,400 miles
  • 2023 – 70,229 miles
  • 2022 – 64,485 miles
  • 2021 – 59,678 miles
  • 2020 – 56,308 miles
  • 2019 – 47,427 miles
  • 2018 – 38,926 miles
  • 2017 – 31,989 miles
  • 2016 – 28,639 miles
  • 2015 – 25,646 miles
  • 2014 – 21,233 miles
  • 2013 – 17,479 miles
  • 2012 – 149,928 miles
  • 2011 – 13,014 miles
  • 2010 – 11,790 miles
  • 2009 – 10,404 miles
  • 2007 – 6,718 miles
  • 2006 – 5,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side and d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear bumper is slightly damage from the corner

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    374830645305
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side and d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper is slightly damage from the corner

  2. Fail82,970 miles (+6,970)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    797146332211
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side and d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper is slightly damage from the corner

  3. Pass76,000 miles (+1,600)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    76,000 miles
    Test number
    600039366520
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side just met to legal limit need change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCar has age related rust

  4. Pass74,400 miles (+4,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,400 miles
    Test number
    486361424660
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass70,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,229 miles
    Test number
    240654163627
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail70,229 miles (+5,744)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,229 miles
    Test number
    696803805504
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass64,485 miles (+4,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    837480076021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,678 miles (+3,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,678 miles
    Test number
    187842342997
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,308 miles
    Test number
    603969942792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,308 miles (+8,881)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,308 miles
    Test number
    164538150382
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass47,427 miles (+137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    422848651758
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail47,290 miles (+8,364)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,290 miles
    Test number
    398038982200
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass38,926 miles (+6,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,926 miles
    Test number
    216372739396
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass31,989 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,989 miles
    Test number
    623751866330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,639 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,639 miles
    Test number
    308289503118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,646 miles (+4,413)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,646 miles
    Test number
    516213145024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,233 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,233 miles
    Test number
    817275564087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,479 miles (-132,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    17,479 miles
    Test number
    946587953079
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass149,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    149,928 miles
    Test number
    539256042028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail149,928 miles (+136,914)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,928 miles
    Test number
    826766742091
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass13,014 miles (+1,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    13,014 miles
    Test number
    455417941015
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass11,790 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    11,790 miles
    Test number
    840360450071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,404 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    10,404 miles
    Test number
    584410849043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,718 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    6,718 miles
    Test number
    874572627114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass5,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    5,158 miles
    Test number
    152171466092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 BJK

Does LU03 BJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU03 BJK is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU03 BJK?
The MOT on LU03 BJK is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU03 BJK done?
LU03 BJK was recorded at 82,970 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 3,790 miles a year.
Has LU03 BJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 BJK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LU03 BJK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LU03 BJK find?
LU03 BJK passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side and d bushes; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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