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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

S23 RWDMOT history

S23 RWD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 14 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 137,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
137,597 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 RWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S23 RWD was last recorded at 137,597 miles on 31 Jul 2024, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,414 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
4,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,597 miles
  • 2022 – 137,414 miles
  • 2021 – 135,545 miles
  • 2019 – 131,496 miles
  • 2018 – 126,410 miles
  • 2017 – 122,865 miles
  • 2016 – 116,117 miles
  • 2015 – 115,512 miles
  • 2013 – 109,841 miles
  • 2012 – 106,625 miles
  • 2009 – 88,372 miles
  • 2008 – 75,672 miles
  • 2007 – 67,952 miles
  • 2006 – 63,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,597 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine miss fire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,597 miles (+183)1 dangerous11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,597 miles
    Test number
    733097305296
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine miss fire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,414 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,414 miles
    Test number
    561669111082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,545 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    135,545 miles
    Test number
    262104278552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,496 miles (+5,086)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,496 miles
    Test number
    351479763054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,410 miles
    Test number
    241806936865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail126,410 miles (+3,545)15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,410 miles
    Test number
    547734139063
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage rear bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass122,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,865 miles
    Test number
    891760852189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,865 miles (+6,748)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,865 miles
    Test number
    655990647450
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  9. Pass116,117 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    116,117 miles
    Test number
    333969801334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,512 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,512 miles
    Test number
    305936375014
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail115,502 miles (+5,661)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,502 miles
    Test number
    428265765072
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres worn close to limit.
    • NoteFuel flap broken

  12. Pass109,841 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    568340873059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail109,835 miles (+3,210)1 dangerous14 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,835 miles
    Test number
    505053163022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass106,625 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    397197762050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteESP LIGHT STAYS ON.

  15. Fail106,625 miles (+18,253)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,625 miles
    Test number
    856717762050
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteESP LIGHT STAYS ON.

  16. Pass88,372 miles (+12,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    434195619279
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,672 miles (+7,720)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,672 miles
    Test number
    514270738197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,952 miles (+4,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,952 miles
    Test number
    132276987087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass63,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,218 miles
    Test number
    884415976039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 RWD

Does S23 RWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S23 RWD expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S23 RWD?
The MOT on S23 RWD expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S23 RWD done?
S23 RWD was recorded at 137,597 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2024, an average of 4,048 miles a year.
Has S23 RWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 RWD has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S23 RWD 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 S23 RWD find?
S23 RWD failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 5 advisories: stop lamp(s) all not working; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; emissions unable to be completed engine miss fire, and 14 more.

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