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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 4,266 cc

S50 HABMOT history

S50 HAB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

S50 HAB black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2024
Mileage
93,065 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 HAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S50 HAB was last recorded at 93,065 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 2,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,116 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,949 miles
Average per year
2,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,065 miles
  • 2023 – 90,116 miles
  • 2022 – 86,725 miles
  • 2021 – 83,766 miles
  • 2020 – 81,535 miles
  • 2019 – 78,650 miles
  • 2018 – 73,939 miles
  • 2017 – 69,802 miles
  • 2016 – 67,421 miles
  • 2015 – 65,353 miles
  • 2014 – 63,978 miles
  • 2013 – 61,991 miles
  • 2012 – 60,009 miles
  • 2011 – 60,001 miles
  • 2010 – 58,692 miles
  • 2009 – 57,395 miles
  • 2008 – 51,059 miles
  • 2007 – 50,576 miles
  • 2006 – 43,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,065 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play "Detected @ ride height on ATL"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive "Engine"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive "Transmission"

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,065 miles (+2,949)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,065 miles
    Test number
    924731458515
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,116 miles (+3,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,116 miles
    Test number
    348475587416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,725 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,725 miles
    Test number
    664805290275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date" (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play "Detected @ ride height on ATL" (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date" (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Engine" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Transmission" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail86,724 miles (+2,958)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,724 miles
    Test number
    122700718972
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear "Stick on mirror glass fitted / POOR Quality" (3.3 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date" (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play "Detected @ ride height on ATL" (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing "2005 Build date" (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Engine" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive "Transmission" (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass83,766 miles (+2,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,766 miles
    Test number
    578261917486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,535 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,535 miles
    Test number
    490956108118
    • AdvisoryVery slight movement in steering rack mountings

  7. Fail81,534 miles (+2,884)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,534 miles
    Test number
    350708867590
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack insecure Lateral movement at mounting bolts (2.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,650 miles (+4,711)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,650 miles
    Test number
    758818171536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,939 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    73,939 miles
    Test number
    659997932661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,802 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,802 miles
    Test number
    540391170228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,421 miles (+2,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    671412755615
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass65,353 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,353 miles
    Test number
    639483225097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,978 miles
    Test number
    256753624062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,978 miles (+1,987)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,978 miles
    Test number
    567542524020
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass61,991 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    907731123018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,009 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,009 miles
    Test number
    867148512024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail60,001 miles (+1,309)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,001 miles
    Test number
    799643361345
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass58,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,692 miles
    Test number
    353598190401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,692 miles (+1,297)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,692 miles
    Test number
    863915490207
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass57,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    261774759275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,395 miles (+6,336)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    833353659236
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    104026768451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,059 miles (+483)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    361236868085
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass50,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,576 miles
    Test number
    844905357265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,576 miles (+7,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,576 miles
    Test number
    260505957256
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass43,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,176 miles
    Test number
    313413576029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about S50 HAB

Does S50 HAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S50 HAB expired on 22 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S50 HAB?
The MOT on S50 HAB expired on 22 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S50 HAB done?
S50 HAB was recorded at 93,065 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 2,801 miles a year.
Has S50 HAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 HAB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S50 HAB 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 S50 HAB find?
S50 HAB failed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 2 more.

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