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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

S5 FCSMOT history

S5 FCS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2022 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 191,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2022.

S5 FCS silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2022
Mileage
191,275 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 FCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S5 FCS was last recorded at 191,275 miles on 2 Apr 2022, 6,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,898 miles · 8 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
6,377 miles
Average per year
10,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 191,275 miles
  • 2021 – 184,898 miles
  • 2020 – 171,115 miles
  • 2019 – 153,539 miles
  • 2018 – 151,362 miles
  • 2017 – 142,535 miles
  • 2016 – 133,137 miles
  • 2015 – 123,364 miles
  • 2014 – 122,374 miles
  • 2013 – 114,519 miles
  • 2012 – 100,916 miles
  • 2011 – 88,702 miles
  • 2010 – 81,856 miles
  • 2009 – 72,086 miles
  • 2008 – 59,853 miles
  • 2007 – 48,042 miles
  • 2006 – 34,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail191,275 miles
  • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components rusty

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust begining to split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play very slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail191,275 miles (+6,377)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,275 miles
    Test number
    482455553643
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components rusty

  2. Pass184,898 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    184,898 miles
    Test number
    285317660040
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail184,897 miles (+39)1 dangerous9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,897 miles
    Test number
    237330909608
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail184,858 miles (+13,743)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,858 miles
    Test number
    308620516377
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Reading 5.09 limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass171,115 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    171,115 miles
    Test number
    231050181076
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust begining to split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail171,113 miles (+17,574)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,113 miles
    Test number
    961280070704
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust begining to split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass153,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,539 miles
    Test number
    574366753187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,530 miles (+2,168)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,530 miles
    Test number
    648616872802
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass151,362 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    151,362 miles
    Test number
    391333004877
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Fail151,356 miles (+8,821)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,356 miles
    Test number
    985281977145
    • FailureHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Pass142,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    142,535 miles
    Test number
    398393213988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail142,533 miles (+9,396)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,533 miles
    Test number
    233407429163
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass133,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    133,137 miles
    Test number
    907055663117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail133,134 miles (+9,770)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,134 miles
    Test number
    795950022797
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass123,364 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    123,364 miles
    Test number
    179338425457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass122,374 miles (+7,855)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,374 miles
    Test number
    908938314229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass114,519 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    397238093404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,217 miles (+10,301)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    111,217 miles
    Test number
    278430933461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass100,916 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,916 miles
    Test number
    755753292193
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail100,916 miles (+12,214)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,916 miles
    Test number
    376982392162
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass88,702 miles (+189)10 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,702 miles
    Test number
    299376391492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront nearside tyre side wall perishing
    • NoteFront offside tyre side wall perishing
    • NoteOil staining around auto transmission
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split
    • NoteRear nearside tyre side wall perishing
    • NoteRear offside tyre side wall perishing

  22. Fail88,513 miles (+6,657)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    627839571129
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise front & rear discs worn

  23. Pass81,856 miles (+45)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,856 miles
    Test number
    762703650257
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc worn

  24. Fail81,811 miles (+9,725)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,811 miles
    Test number
    623675840285
    • FailureCentre Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc worn

  25. Pass72,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,086 miles
    Test number
    330366049213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,086 miles (+12,233)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,086 miles
    Test number
    423085749226
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass59,853 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,853 miles
    Test number
    993347448234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail59,778 miles (+11,736)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,778 miles
    Test number
    290982848226
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  29. Pass48,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,042 miles
    Test number
    173640547287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail48,042 miles (+13,763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,042 miles
    Test number
    384250147237
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  31. Pass34,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,279 miles
    Test number
    612912546228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 FCS

Does S5 FCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 FCS expired on 7 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 FCS?
The MOT on S5 FCS expired on 7 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 FCS done?
S5 FCS was recorded at 191,275 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2022, an average of 10,071 miles a year.
Has S5 FCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 FCS has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S5 FCS 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 S5 FCS find?
S5 FCS failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2022 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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