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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

LX57 VBOMOT history

LX57 VBO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 7 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 170,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2025.

LX57 VBO black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
170,788 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX57 VBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX57 VBO was last recorded at 170,788 miles on 26 Feb 2025, 14,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,889 miles · 11 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
14,899 miles
Average per year
9,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,788 miles
  • 2024 – 155,889 miles
  • 2023 – 142,599 miles
  • 2022 – 134,206 miles
  • 2021 – 126,032 miles
  • 2020 – 117,625 miles
  • 2019 – 108,011 miles
  • 2018 – 100,862 miles
  • 2017 – 97,754 miles
  • 2016 – 84,538 miles
  • 2015 – 77,763 miles
  • 2014 – 74,444 miles
  • 2013 – 67,918 miles
  • 2012 – 58,703 miles
  • 2011 – 47,428 miles
  • 2010 – 39,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,788 miles
  • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,788 miles (+14,899)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    170,788 miles
    Test number
    721561876748
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass155,889 miles (+13,290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    155,889 miles
    Test number
    224024794710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass142,599 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    142,599 miles
    Test number
    968521075030
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted could not view

  4. Fail142,599 miles (+8,393)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,599 miles
    Test number
    982876388135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted could not view

  5. Pass134,206 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    329237456258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail134,204 miles (+8,172)1 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,204 miles
    Test number
    716504893586
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play unable to check due to seized/binding brake. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass126,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,032 miles
    Test number
    418889266149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,032 miles (+8,407)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,032 miles
    Test number
    849968427920
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass117,625 miles (+9,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,625 miles
    Test number
    595136094431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass108,011 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    760769294277
    • MinorNearside 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))

  11. Fail108,011 miles (+7,149)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    735326964157
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside 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))

  12. Pass100,862 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,862 miles
    Test number
    331878398365
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail100,862 miles (+3,108)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,862 miles
    Test number
    720039539084
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass97,754 miles (+13,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,754 miles
    Test number
    923552969231
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,538 miles (+6,775)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,538 miles
    Test number
    603510982190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,763 miles (+3,319)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    407988005173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,444 miles (+6,526)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,444 miles
    Test number
    689631454295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,918 miles (+9,215)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,918 miles
    Test number
    326951563448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,703 miles (+11,275)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    335389742497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,428 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    358097531456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,337 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,337 miles
    Test number
    311639900354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,214 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,214 miles
    Test number
    760788150275
    • NoteWear in brake pedal antislip

Questions about LX57 VBO

Does LX57 VBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX57 VBO expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX57 VBO?
The MOT on LX57 VBO expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX57 VBO done?
LX57 VBO was recorded at 170,788 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2025, an average of 9,105 miles a year.
Has LX57 VBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX57 VBO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LX57 VBO 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 LX57 VBO find?
LX57 VBO passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects: front position lamp incorrect colour both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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