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Mercedes-Benz ML

Green and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

S32 UBEMOT history

S32 UBE is a green and black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 9 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 196,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
196,875 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 UBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 UBE was last recorded at 196,875 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,167 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
708 miles
Average per year
8,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,875 miles
  • 2025 – 196,167 miles
  • 2023 – 193,829 miles
  • 2021 – 193,811 miles
  • 2020 – 192,765 miles
  • 2019 – 184,078 miles
  • 2018 – 176,705 miles
  • 2017 – 166,287 miles
  • 2016 – 158,918 miles
  • 2015 – 150,125 miles
  • 2014 – 142,995 miles
  • 2013 – 130,839 miles
  • 2012 – 116,652 miles
  • 2011 – 107,846 miles
  • 2010 – 91,050 miles
  • 2009 – 75,189 miles
  • 2008 – 58,132 miles
  • 2007 – 44,615 miles
  • 2006 – 31,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,875 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPassengers airbag cover slight damage looses
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,875 miles (+708)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    196,875 miles
    Test number
    548465228367
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassengers airbag cover slight damage looses
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  2. Pass196,167 miles (+2,338)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    196,167 miles
    Test number
    948309093696
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,829 miles (+18)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    193,829 miles
    Test number
    346984486837
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass193,811 miles (+6)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,811 miles
    Test number
    362298588247
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail193,805 miles (+1,040)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,805 miles
    Test number
    472433704846
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass192,765 miles (+179)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    192,765 miles
    Test number
    639353172786
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail192,586 miles (+8,508)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,586 miles
    Test number
    716134394570
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass184,078 miles (+47)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    184,078 miles
    Test number
    590367033156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail184,031 miles (+7,326)3 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,031 miles
    Test number
    648931536119
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass176,705 miles (+10,418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    176,705 miles
    Test number
    373886349874
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front lower ball joints
    • AdvisoryTail pipe broken

  11. Pass166,287 miles (+7,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    166,287 miles
    Test number
    901316420329
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect front to rear brake pipes due to manufactures covers fitted

  12. Pass158,918 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    158,918 miles
    Test number
    571278202152
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to test some underside components due to covers fitted

  13. Fail158,918 miles (+8,793)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,918 miles
    Test number
    745823628564
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to test some underside components due to covers fitted

  14. Fail150,125 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,125 miles
    Test number
    805674205146
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Pass150,125 miles (+7,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    150,125 miles
    Test number
    999454205173
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Pass142,995 miles (+12,156)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    142,995 miles
    Test number
    505401744237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail130,839 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,839 miles
    Test number
    306648013429
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass130,839 miles (+14,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    130,839 miles
    Test number
    358618213269
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass116,652 miles (+8,806)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    116,652 miles
    Test number
    365829282021
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass107,846 miles (+16,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    107,846 miles
    Test number
    937167591169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass91,050 miles (+15,861)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,050 miles
    Test number
    374399110113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass75,189 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,189 miles
    Test number
    703989899071
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth front indicators slightly discoloured.
    • NoteFront wipers only working on high speed setting.
    • NoteNSF headlamp loose-upper attachments broken.
    • NoteNail lodged in tread of OSR tyre.

  23. Fail75,189 miles (+17,057)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,189 miles
    Test number
    734829299090
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front indicators slightly discoloured.
    • NoteFront wipers only working on high speed setting.
    • NoteNSF headlamp loose-upper attachments broken.
    • NoteNail lodged in tread of OSR tyre.

  24. Pass58,132 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,132 miles
    Test number
    140072448068
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  25. Fail58,132 miles (+13,517)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,132 miles
    Test number
    182172748413
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  26. Pass44,615 miles (+12,759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    353942637017
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass31,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,856 miles
    Test number
    760587836088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S32 UBE

Does S32 UBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S32 UBE is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S32 UBE?
The MOT on S32 UBE is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S32 UBE done?
S32 UBE was recorded at 196,875 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,267 miles a year.
Has S32 UBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 UBE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S32 UBE 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 S32 UBE find?
S32 UBE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts, and 11 more.

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