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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 3,199 cc

S803 VDPMOT history

S803 VDP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 52,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2027
Mileage
52,997 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S803 VDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S803 VDP was last recorded at 52,997 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 5,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
47,747 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5,250 miles
Average per year
7,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,997 miles
  • 2025 – 47,747 miles
  • 2024 – 40,871 miles
  • 2023 – 33,250 miles
  • 2022 – 23,709 miles
  • 2021 – 14,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,997 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 12 Nov 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,997 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    52,997 miles
    Test number
    333189484074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail52,996 miles (+5,249)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    682612065251
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass47,747 miles (+6,876)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    871827790502
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass40,871 miles (+7,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    40,871 miles
    Test number
    722491403260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass33,250 miles (+9,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    33,250 miles
    Test number
    553472416568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass23,709 miles (+9,345)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    23,709 miles
    Test number
    255380983029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass14,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    14,364 miles
    Test number
    340449395999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S803 VDP

Does S803 VDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S803 VDP is valid until 11 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on S803 VDP?
The MOT on S803 VDP is valid until 11 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S803 VDP done?
S803 VDP was recorded at 52,997 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 7,818 miles a year.
Has S803 VDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S803 VDP has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S803 VDP 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 S803 VDP find?
S803 VDP passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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