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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 3,724 cc

S3 SPPMOT history

S3 SPP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 15 Mar 2011. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 107,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

S3 SPP black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2026
Mileage
107,784 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,724 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 SPP was last recorded at 107,784 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 5,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,150 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,634 miles
Average per year
6,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,784 miles
  • 2025 – 102,150 miles
  • 2024 – 95,173 miles
  • 2023 – 84,715 miles
  • 2022 – 74,959 miles
  • 2021 – 67,810 miles
  • 2019 – 64,305 miles
  • 2018 – 58,169 miles
  • 2017 – 50,407 miles
  • 2016 – 39,685 miles
  • 2015 – 31,118 miles
  • 2014 – 25,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,784 miles
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective all clamps fractured & likely to fail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,784 miles (+5,634)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    639375514854
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,150 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,150 miles
    Test number
    231836440122
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all clamps fractured & likely to fail (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail102,146 miles (+6,973)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,146 miles
    Test number
    354130174141
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265/40x21 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all clamps fractured & likely to fail (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass95,173 miles (+10,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    787899337838
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,715 miles (+9,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    133219431984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both exhaust clamps fractured

  6. Pass74,959 miles (+7,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,959 miles
    Test number
    493425193260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,810 miles (+3,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,810 miles
    Test number
    669948799357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Damage to side wall of tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to side wall of tyre

  8. Pass64,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,305 miles
    Test number
    771200651942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,305 miles (+6,136)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,305 miles
    Test number
    830315971401
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass58,169 miles (+7,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    58,169 miles
    Test number
    236400356074
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inside edge

  11. Pass50,407 miles (+10,722)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,407 miles
    Test number
    514960088261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,685 miles (+8,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,685 miles
    Test number
    758817290472
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass31,118 miles (+2,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,118 miles
    Test number
    441465168339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass28,501 miles (+3,122)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,501 miles
    Test number
    245772145405
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo smoke detected.

  15. Pass25,379 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    25,379 miles
    Test number
    797202844124
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail25,379 miles (+944)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,379 miles
    Test number
    208100844412
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass24,435 miles (+932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,435 miles
    Test number
    519336074011
    • NoteNearside front shocker damp and pos not working

  18. Pass23,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    23,503 miles
    Test number
    127275534435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 SPP

Does S3 SPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 SPP expired on 5 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 SPP?
The MOT on S3 SPP expired on 5 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 SPP done?
S3 SPP was recorded at 107,784 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,733 miles a year.
Has S3 SPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SPP has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 SPP 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 SPP find?
S3 SPP failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp broken; nearside rear seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 4 more.

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