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Mercedes-Benz ML

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S717 DWYMOT history

S717 DWY is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 81,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2024
Mileage
81,644 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S717 DWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S717 DWY was last recorded at 81,644 miles on 24 Feb 2023, 894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2008: 53,967 miles, lower than 99,804 miles on 17 Mar 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,750 miles · 9 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
894 miles
Average per year
2,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,644 miles
  • 2021 – 80,750 miles
  • 2019 – 78,335 miles
  • 2018 – 77,334 miles
  • 2017 – 76,455 miles
  • 2016 – 75,362 miles
  • 2015 – 74,187 miles
  • 2014 – 70,704 miles
  • 2013 – 66,923 miles
  • 2011 – 61,048 miles
  • 2010 – 58,236 miles
  • 2008 – 53,967 miles
  • 2007 – 99,804 miles
  • 2006 – 45,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,644 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded Under vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,644 miles (+894)4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,644 miles
    Test number
    652776123296
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  2. Pass80,750 miles (+2,415)4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,750 miles
    Test number
    316052751831
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  3. Pass78,335 miles (+1,001)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,335 miles
    Test number
    106867846510
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass77,334 miles (+879)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,334 miles
    Test number
    328639154076
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on all metal components on underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass76,455 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,455 miles
    Test number
    818627968225
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Under vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail76,454 miles (+1,092)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,454 miles
    Test number
    801168138286
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Under vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass75,362 miles (+1,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,362 miles
    Test number
    316316237321
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded under vehicle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only 16% met needs adjustment

  8. Pass74,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,187 miles
    Test number
    771324662723
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail74,186 miles (+3,482)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,186 miles
    Test number
    682758981028
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass70,704 miles (+2)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,704 miles
    Test number
    596884564096
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteNaer/side front wing damaged

  11. Fail70,702 miles (+3,779)8 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,702 miles
    Test number
    497280964050
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteNaer/side front wing damaged

  12. Pass66,923 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,923 miles
    Test number
    139994153473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAtf oil leak
    • NoteEsp light on

  13. Fail66,923 miles (+5,875)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,923 miles
    Test number
    128193253482
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteAtf oil leak
    • NoteEsp light on

  14. Pass61,048 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    218074101406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak in gearbox area

  15. Fail61,047 miles (+2,811)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,047 miles
    Test number
    646213301141
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak in gearbox area

  16. Pass58,236 miles (+4,269)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,236 miles
    Test number
    812728650098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,967 miles (-45,837)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,967 miles
    Test number
    450566048206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,804 miles (+54,135)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    220656177082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,669 miles
    Test number
    494374866063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S717 DWY

Does S717 DWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S717 DWY expired on 23 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S717 DWY?
The MOT on S717 DWY expired on 23 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S717 DWY done?
S717 DWY was recorded at 81,644 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2023, an average of 2,119 miles a year.
Has S717 DWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S717 DWY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on S717 DWY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S717 DWY find?
S717 DWY passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2023 with 4 minor defects and 13 advisories: front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear position lamp insecure, and 14 more.

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