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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,688 cc

S15 JMWMOT history

S15 JMW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 23 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

S15 JMW black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
177,744 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 JMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 JMW was last recorded at 177,744 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 4,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,484 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,260 miles
Average per year
6,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,744 miles
  • 2021 – 173,484 miles
  • 2020 – 163,803 miles
  • 2019 – 159,463 miles
  • 2018 – 156,312 miles
  • 2017 – 146,775 miles
  • 2016 – 135,640 miles
  • 2015 – 129,017 miles
  • 2014 – 120,358 miles
  • 2013 – 112,427 miles
  • 2012 – 108,345 miles
  • 2011 – 104,340 miles
  • 2010 – 99,108 miles
  • 2009 – 93,197 miles
  • 2008 – 85,881 miles
  • 2007 – 72,790 miles
  • 2006 – 64,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,744 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has slight grease around

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,744 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    177,744 miles
    Test number
    600486772695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass173,484 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,484 miles
    Test number
    381875859853
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both
  3. Fail173,458 miles (+9,655)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,458 miles
    Test number
    159260961287
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both
  4. Pass163,803 miles (+4,340)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    163,803 miles
    Test number
    600607606605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass159,463 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    159,463 miles
    Test number
    554877586803
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has slight grease around (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail159,460 miles (+3,148)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,460 miles
    Test number
    851742938847
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has slight grease around (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass156,312 miles (+9,537)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    156,312 miles
    Test number
    985691185536
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT INNER BUSHES HAVE VERY SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass146,775 miles (+11,135)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    146,775 miles
    Test number
    717031604300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass135,640 miles (+520)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    135,640 miles
    Test number
    820307672559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail135,120 miles (+6,103)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,120 miles
    Test number
    436234261971
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass129,017 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,017 miles
    Test number
    691477812302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Fail129,016 miles (+8,658)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,016 miles
    Test number
    340331712251
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking Caliper banjo (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass120,358 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    120,358 miles
    Test number
    725472354218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail120,006 miles (+7,579)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,006 miles
    Test number
    887151844248
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass112,427 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,427 miles
    Test number
    106295153282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass108,345 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    108,345 miles
    Test number
    116038922208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    104,340 miles
    Test number
    535024661291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,340 miles (+5,232)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,340 miles
    Test number
    765633961231
    • DangerousWarning lamp[bsp]indicates an brake fault
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  19. Fail99,108 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,108 miles
    Test number
    192291170226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass99,108 miles (+5,911)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    99,108 miles
    Test number
    963191370205
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass93,197 miles (+7,316)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    93,197 miles
    Test number
    914256249233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,881 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,881 miles
    Test number
    101412758210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade
    • NotePark brake requires adjustment
  23. Fail85,881 miles (+13,091)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,881 miles
    Test number
    543762358252
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteE.S.P lamp on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade
    • NotePark brake requires adjustment
  24. Pass72,790 miles (+8,118)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    310958127408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,672 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    530161066282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about S15 JMW

Does S15 JMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 JMW expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 JMW?
The MOT on S15 JMW expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 JMW done?
S15 JMW was recorded at 177,744 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 6,156 miles a year.
Has S15 JMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 JMW has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S15 JMW 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 S15 JMW find?
S15 JMW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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