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Mercedes-Benz ML

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

S61 EFGMOT history

S61 EFG is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 128,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,672 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 EFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 EFG was last recorded at 128,672 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 6,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,311 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,361 miles
Average per year
3,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,672 miles
  • 2025 – 122,311 miles
  • 2024 – 116,836 miles
  • 2023 – 113,317 miles
  • 2022 – 108,314 miles
  • 2021 – 102,632 miles
  • 2020 – 97,213 miles
  • 2019 – 90,759 miles
  • 2017 – 84,355 miles
  • 2016 – 82,651 miles
  • 2015 – 81,235 miles
  • 2014 – 80,060 miles
  • 2013 – 78,099 miles
  • 2012 – 75,780 miles
  • 2011 – 74,087 miles
  • 2010 – 71,145 miles
  • 2009 – 67,135 miles
  • 2008 – 62,723 miles
  • 2007 – 57,907 miles
  • 2006 – 54,304 miles
  • 2005 – 50,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,672 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (outer joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play lower arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,672 miles (+6,361)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,672 miles
    Test number
    246976732491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (outer joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass122,311 miles (+65)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,311 miles
    Test number
    761271741107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail122,246 miles (+5,410)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,246 miles
    Test number
    716502894941
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Shock absorber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Shock absorber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,836 miles (+3,519)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,836 miles
    Test number
    939033824142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre inner edges wearing low on tread

  5. Pass113,317 miles (+73)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,317 miles
    Test number
    750527257358
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all

  6. Fail113,244 miles (+4,930)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,244 miles
    Test number
    133873213650
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogging (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogging (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass108,314 miles (+114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    108,314 miles
    Test number
    449839251926
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail108,200 miles (+5,568)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,200 miles
    Test number
    525859593380
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker noisy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,632 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,632 miles
    Test number
    270493856114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail102,632 miles (+5,419)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,632 miles
    Test number
    542321150045
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,213 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,213 miles
    Test number
    994740994715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail97,157 miles (+6,398)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,157 miles
    Test number
    567075227489
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass90,759 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    90,759 miles
    Test number
    167593132708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail90,759 miles (+6,404)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,759 miles
    Test number
    870242951752
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass84,355 miles (+1,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,355 miles
    Test number
    164130038501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion setting in

  16. Pass82,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,651 miles
    Test number
    827177138390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail82,651 miles (+1,416)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,651 miles
    Test number
    418881016715
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass81,235 miles (+1,175)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,235 miles
    Test number
    477475465160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,060 miles (+1,961)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,060 miles
    Test number
    925293244341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    655820953380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,099 miles (+2,319)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    947480553395
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass75,780 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,780 miles
    Test number
    246958942364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,776 miles (+1,689)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,776 miles
    Test number
    417986242436
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass74,087 miles (+2,942)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,087 miles
    Test number
    459242041469
    • NoteAll rear brake pipes heavily greased

  25. Pass71,145 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,145 miles
    Test number
    301777440300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,135 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,135 miles
    Test number
    642950159306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,723 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,723 miles
    Test number
    451631458405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,907 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,907 miles
    Test number
    422874347353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,304 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,304 miles
    Test number
    511361746336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    50,423 miles
    Test number
    751156045372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S61 EFG

Does S61 EFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 EFG is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 EFG?
The MOT on S61 EFG is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 EFG done?
S61 EFG was recorded at 128,672 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,850 miles a year.
Has S61 EFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 EFG has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S61 EFG 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 S61 EFG find?
S61 EFG passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (outer joint), and 3 more.

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