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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

S4 MMXMOT history

S4 MMX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 10 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

S4 MMX black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
146,070 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 MMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 MMX was last recorded at 146,070 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 16,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
129,466 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
16,604 miles
Average per year
8,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,070 miles
  • 2025 – 129,466 miles
  • 2024 – 114,346 miles
  • 2022 – 109,290 miles
  • 2021 – 100,439 miles
  • 2020 – 87,252 miles
  • 2019 – 67,936 miles
  • 2018 – 58,916 miles
  • 2017 – 53,627 miles
  • 2016 – 46,171 miles
  • 2015 – 41,364 miles
  • 2014 – 36,736 miles
  • 2013 – 31,571 miles
  • 2012 – 25,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,070 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,070 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    146,070 miles
    Test number
    237966725315
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Fail146,070 miles (+16,604)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,070 miles
    Test number
    684821282094
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass129,466 miles (+15,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    129,466 miles
    Test number
    130003418015
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass114,346 miles (+5,056)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,346 miles
    Test number
    683217730319
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass109,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    210974435328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail109,290 miles (+8,851)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    902959323909
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass100,439 miles (+13,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,439 miles
    Test number
    919369034958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass87,252 miles (+19,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    877636209419
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass67,936 miles (+9,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,936 miles
    Test number
    833047335475
    • Advisory"show plates " in boot
  10. Pass58,916 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,916 miles
    Test number
    491096482719
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  11. Fail58,915 miles (+5,288)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,915 miles
    Test number
    594103278317
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
  12. Pass53,627 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,627 miles
    Test number
    313178215096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,171 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    997382913560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,364 miles (+4,628)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,364 miles
    Test number
    229613675403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  15. Pass36,736 miles (+5,165)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,736 miles
    Test number
    375461974167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,571 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,571 miles
    Test number
    106716773172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,147 miles
    Test number
    567622472153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 MMX

Does S4 MMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 MMX is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 MMX?
The MOT on S4 MMX is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 MMX done?
S4 MMX was recorded at 146,070 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,908 miles a year.
Has S4 MMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 MMX has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 MMX 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 S4 MMX find?
S4 MMX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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