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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

T20 OSAMOT history

T20 OSA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 4 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 168,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2026
Mileage
168,981 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 OSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 OSA was last recorded at 168,981 miles on 4 Jun 2025, 2,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,466 miles · 11 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,515 miles
Average per year
10,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,981 miles
  • 2024 – 166,466 miles
  • 2023 – 162,901 miles
  • 2022 – 150,773 miles
  • 2021 – 148,009 miles
  • 2020 – 130,664 miles
  • 2019 – 111,914 miles
  • 2018 – 92,995 miles
  • 2017 – 75,445 miles
  • 2016 – 61,473 miles
  • 2015 – 52,960 miles
  • 2014 – 43,916 miles
  • 2013 – 35,695 miles
  • 2012 – 28,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,981 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,981 miles (+2,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    168,981 miles
    Test number
    755311892168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,466 miles (+3,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    166,466 miles
    Test number
    301633724481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,901 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,901 miles
    Test number
    811639441335
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail162,899 miles (+12,126)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,899 miles
    Test number
    420283343403
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission sump corroded and leaking through (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both sides of vehicle (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all 4 jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass150,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    150,773 miles
    Test number
    759867328702
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail150,773 miles (+2,764)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,773 miles
    Test number
    394155162411
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass148,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    148,009 miles
    Test number
    691488193551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail148,009 miles (+17,345)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,009 miles
    Test number
    254531827221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass130,664 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    130,664 miles
    Test number
    194282504535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,663 miles (+18,749)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,663 miles
    Test number
    559537171841
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass111,914 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,914 miles
    Test number
    564951625414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,904 miles (+18,909)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,904 miles
    Test number
    590440149978
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass92,995 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,995 miles
    Test number
    725575879302
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail92,979 miles (+17,534)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,979 miles
    Test number
    520769495933
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated SPLIT (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT 2 BACK ABOVE TANK (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass75,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    344392625567
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail75,445 miles (+13,972)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    398070250327
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass61,473 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,473 miles
    Test number
    815458534007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,921 miles (+7,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,921 miles
    Test number
    423473840043
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass52,960 miles (+9,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,960 miles
    Test number
    425187655009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass43,916 miles (+8,221)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,916 miles
    Test number
    166412164045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,695 miles (+7,146)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    836870363071
    • NoteCondensation in both mirror indicator lamps

  22. Pass28,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,549 miles
    Test number
    828772762027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T20 OSA

Does T20 OSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T20 OSA expired on 10 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T20 OSA?
The MOT on T20 OSA expired on 10 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T20 OSA done?
T20 OSA was recorded at 168,981 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2025, an average of 10,593 miles a year.
Has T20 OSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 OSA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T20 OSA 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 T20 OSA find?
T20 OSA passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward.

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