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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,688 cc

T1 BDBMOT history

T1 BDB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 28 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 80,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,362 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 BDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 BDB was last recorded at 80,362 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,936 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
426 miles
Average per year
3,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,362 miles
  • 2025 – 79,936 miles
  • 2024 – 78,923 miles
  • 2023 – 78,698 miles
  • 2022 – 77,497 miles
  • 2021 – 76,160 miles
  • 2020 – 74,194 miles
  • 2018 – 69,737 miles
  • 2017 – 66,260 miles
  • 2016 – 64,809 miles
  • 2015 – 61,012 miles
  • 2014 – 58,384 miles
  • 2013 – 49,078 miles
  • 2012 – 45,293 miles
  • 2011 – 41,989 miles
  • 2010 – 37,141 miles
  • 2009 – 28,665 miles
  • 2008 – 22,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,362 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Both front tyres cracked/perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,362 miles (+426)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,362 miles
    Test number
    141928982916
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass79,936 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    872316203576
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail79,936 miles (+1,013)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    894906786588
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass78,923 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    78,923 miles
    Test number
    705080163851
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail78,923 miles (+225)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,923 miles
    Test number
    580616504317
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack insecure rack has movement at mounting bolts (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake 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 anti roll bar moving side to side in mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,698 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,698 miles
    Test number
    683519884664
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail78,698 miles (+1,201)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,698 miles
    Test number
    820807243859
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass77,497 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,497 miles
    Test number
    966604542705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail77,497 miles (+1,337)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,497 miles
    Test number
    724795225371
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded On top of chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass76,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    612965374100
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail76,160 miles (+1,966)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    188313602279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass74,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,194 miles
    Test number
    109460661670
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished/cracked

  13. Fail74,194 miles (+25)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,194 miles
    Test number
    406097731467
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished/cracked

  14. Fail74,169 miles (+4,432)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,169 miles
    Test number
    754010534980
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass69,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    932881101939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Fail69,737 miles (+3,477)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    952926539361
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  17. Pass66,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,260 miles
    Test number
    796025179622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,260 miles (+1,451)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,260 miles
    Test number
    236938801521
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass64,809 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,809 miles
    Test number
    608874105049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail64,809 miles (+3,797)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,809 miles
    Test number
    122779778093
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner face (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass61,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,012 miles
    Test number
    385410588507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,012 miles (+2,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,012 miles
    Test number
    424526306954
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  23. Pass58,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    346969264296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail58,384 miles (+9,306)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    446568064232
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail49,078 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,078 miles
    Test number
    287243753234
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass49,078 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,078 miles
    Test number
    456813853209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,293 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    429185852277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,989 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,989 miles
    Test number
    158811471233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,141 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,141 miles
    Test number
    124154060292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,665 miles (+6,285)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,665 miles
    Test number
    612688369180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,380 miles
    Test number
    134572678148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail22,380 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,380 miles
    Test number
    341222678175
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Questions about T1 BDB

Does T1 BDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 BDB is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 BDB?
The MOT on T1 BDB is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 BDB done?
T1 BDB was recorded at 80,362 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,251 miles a year.
Has T1 BDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 BDB has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T1 BDB 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 T1 BDB find?
T1 BDB passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroding; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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