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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

S18 PDKMOT history

S18 PDK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 7 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

S18 PDK silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
142,967 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 PDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 PDK was last recorded at 142,967 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 7,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,318 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,649 miles
Average per year
6,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,967 miles
  • 2024 – 135,318 miles
  • 2023 – 121,411 miles
  • 2022 – 112,921 miles
  • 2021 – 108,690 miles
  • 2020 – 105,852 miles
  • 2019 – 103,580 miles
  • 2018 – 102,344 miles
  • 2017 – 96,089 miles
  • 2016 – 87,896 miles
  • 2015 – 78,220 miles
  • 2014 – 70,199 miles
  • 2013 – 62,681 miles
  • 2012 – 56,397 miles
  • 2011 – 40,860 miles
  • 2010 – 33,985 miles
  • 2009 – 27,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,967 miles
  • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,967 miles (+7,649)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    142,967 miles
    Test number
    570600981288
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass135,318 miles (+13,907)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    135,318 miles
    Test number
    115339084802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass121,411 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,411 miles
    Test number
    251650156711
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail121,411 miles (+8,490)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,411 miles
    Test number
    117616226503
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass112,921 miles (+4,231)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,921 miles
    Test number
    329535458262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,690 miles (+2,838)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,690 miles
    Test number
    269305288816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,852 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,852 miles
    Test number
    126890504814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,844 miles (+2,264)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,844 miles
    Test number
    630250586096
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass103,580 miles (+1,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,580 miles
    Test number
    169346643169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass102,344 miles (+6,255)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,344 miles
    Test number
    977264096910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,089 miles
    Test number
    141703445917
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

  12. Fail96,089 miles (+8,193)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,089 miles
    Test number
    630184403001
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

  13. Pass87,896 miles (+9,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,896 miles
    Test number
    521721705271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and cracked in tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance slightly dull. (1.2.1d)

  14. Pass78,220 miles (+8,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,220 miles
    Test number
    365828625104
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  15. Pass70,199 miles (+7,518)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,199 miles
    Test number
    245559124463
    • NoteDamage to offside front of vehicle

  16. Pass62,681 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,681 miles
    Test number
    419465713190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,637 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,637 miles
    Test number
    657874673030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,397 miles (+15,537)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,397 miles
    Test number
    149005912140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,860 miles (+6,875)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,860 miles
    Test number
    239878611498
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wor on inner edge

  20. Pass33,985 miles (+6,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    702203530183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,532 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,532 miles
    Test number
    363071349190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,115 miles
    Test number
    844160429110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 PDK

Does S18 PDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 PDK is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S18 PDK?
The MOT on S18 PDK is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 PDK done?
S18 PDK was recorded at 142,967 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 6,971 miles a year.
Has S18 PDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 PDK has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S18 PDK 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 S18 PDK find?
S18 PDK passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

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