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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

S3 SNFMOT history

S3 SNF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 131,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2023.

S3 SNF blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
131,312 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 SNF was last recorded at 131,312 miles on 19 Dec 2023, 2,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,111 miles · 12 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,201 miles
Average per year
5,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,312 miles
  • 2022 – 129,111 miles
  • 2021 – 127,627 miles
  • 2020 – 125,285 miles
  • 2019 – 122,006 miles
  • 2018 – 117,485 miles
  • 2017 – 113,557 miles
  • 2016 – 108,850 miles
  • 2015 – 106,567 miles
  • 2014 – 104,333 miles
  • 2013 – 100,893 miles
  • 2012 – 97,971 miles
  • 2011 – 94,408 miles
  • 2010 – 85,803 miles
  • 2009 – 65,334 miles
  • 2008 – 52,802 miles
  • 2007 – 36,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,312 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Rear pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (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 wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Battery mounting bracket badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f tyre tread worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • O/s/r tyre tread worn low and inner sidewall perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,312 miles (+2,201)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,312 miles
    Test number
    519872888558
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Rear pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (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 wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  2. Pass129,111 miles (+1,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    129,111 miles
    Test number
    546794371327
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass127,627 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,627 miles
    Test number
    545787741134
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery mounting bracket corroded

  4. Fail127,627 miles (+2,342)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,627 miles
    Test number
    364257414338
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake performance not tested brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery mounting bracket corroded

  5. Pass125,285 miles (+3,279)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,285 miles
    Test number
    929543857958
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flange is cracked. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes have surface corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryThe battery clamp is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryThe combination of worn front anti roll bar mountings is resulting in a lot of free play

  6. Pass122,006 miles (+4,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,006 miles
    Test number
    745815464046
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass117,485 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,485 miles
    Test number
    178009002409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc is corroded on its outer face
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting busgh (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOne bulb of the centre brake lamp is not working

  8. Fail117,482 miles (+3,925)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,482 miles
    Test number
    633768537813
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Battery tray and clamp corroded (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc is corroded on its outer face
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar mounting busgh (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOne bulb of the centre brake lamp is not working

  9. Pass113,557 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,557 miles
    Test number
    893538120199
    • AdvisoryBattery mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread worn low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread worn low and inner sidewall perishing
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  10. Fail113,557 miles (+4,707)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,557 miles
    Test number
    335441512602
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage front bumper n/s damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBattery mounting bracket badly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread worn low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread worn low and inner sidewall perishing
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  11. Pass108,850 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,850 miles
    Test number
    918513891485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,567 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,567 miles
    Test number
    206978625416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,333 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    104,333 miles
    Test number
    246730544483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail104,264 miles (+3,371)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,264 miles
    Test number
    455148224106
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass100,893 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    100,893 miles
    Test number
    567970533137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Fail100,869 miles (+2,898)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,869 miles
    Test number
    237488523444
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass97,971 miles (+3,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,971 miles
    Test number
    137387032116
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass94,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    94,408 miles
    Test number
    705097231112
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail94,408 miles (+8,605)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,408 miles
    Test number
    946107731130
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass85,803 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,803 miles
    Test number
    563948030105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail85,788 miles (+20,454)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,788 miles
    Test number
    264067230473
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail65,334 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,334 miles
    Test number
    204504239135
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass65,334 miles (+12,532)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,334 miles
    Test number
    224254439427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,802 miles (+16,001)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,802 miles
    Test number
    780874138163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,801 miles
    Test number
    964157647018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 SNF

Does S3 SNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 SNF expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 SNF?
The MOT on S3 SNF expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 SNF done?
S3 SNF was recorded at 131,312 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2023, an average of 5,613 miles a year.
Has S3 SNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SNF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on S3 SNF 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 S3 SNF find?
S3 SNF failed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; brake pipe excessively corroded rear pipes by fuel tank; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 3 more.

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