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Mercedes-Benz ML

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T228 DWLMOT history

T228 DWL is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 169,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
169,474 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T228 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T228 DWL was last recorded at 169,474 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,898 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,576 miles
Average per year
4,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,474 miles
  • 2025 – 164,898 miles
  • 2024 – 161,598 miles
  • 2022 – 153,980 miles
  • 2021 – 143,595 miles
  • 2020 – 131,162 miles
  • 2019 – 122,543 miles
  • 2018 – 117,798 miles
  • 2017 – 112,036 miles
  • 2016 – 110,708 miles
  • 2015 – 108,512 miles
  • 2014 – 106,654 miles
  • 2013 – 105,879 miles
  • 2012 – 103,797 miles
  • 2011 – 101,447 miles
  • 2010 – 99,432 miles
  • 2009 – 95,276 miles
  • 2008 – 89,066 miles
  • 2007 – 85,478 miles
  • 2006 – 77,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,474 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
  • AdvisoryOil dampness at engine

What MOT failures 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.

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,474 miles (+4,576)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,474 miles
    Test number
    480141686341
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil dampness at engine

  2. Pass164,898 miles (+3,300)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    164,898 miles
    Test number
    481993858902
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil leaks at front lower engine (pipes)

  3. Pass161,598 miles (+7,618)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    161,598 miles
    Test number
    515739110279
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass153,980 miles (+10,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,980 miles
    Test number
    688430780053
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails corroding (by suspension mounts)

  5. Pass143,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,595 miles
    Test number
    778121822165
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  6. Fail143,595 miles (+12,433)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,595 miles
    Test number
    615283327106
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass131,162 miles (+8,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,162 miles
    Test number
    854157948726
    • AdvisoryChassis corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  8. Pass122,543 miles (+4,745)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,543 miles
    Test number
    652182232276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,798 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,798 miles
    Test number
    113497433520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,036 miles
    Test number
    961746910177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,036 miles (+1,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,036 miles
    Test number
    314111280140
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass110,708 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,708 miles
    Test number
    136179958711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,452 miles (+1,940)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,452 miles
    Test number
    813115423053
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass108,512 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,512 miles
    Test number
    378695005229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail108,510 miles (+1,856)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,510 miles
    Test number
    269410195140
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edge

  16. Pass106,654 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,654 miles
    Test number
    995302484185
    • NoteAll lower swivel joints slight lift
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusting

  17. Fail106,654 miles (+775)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,654 miles
    Test number
    419741884187
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll lower swivel joints slight lift
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusting

  18. Fail105,879 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,879 miles
    Test number
    207651673416
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • NoteAll lower swivel joints slight lift
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusting

  19. Pass105,879 miles (+2,082)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,879 miles
    Test number
    588721273137
    • NoteAll lower swivel joints slight lift
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusting

  20. Pass103,797 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    276217762156
    • NoteMain beam warning not working
    • NoteSlight lift all lower swivels

  21. Fail103,797 miles (+2,350)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    695627562114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteMain beam warning not working
    • NoteSlight lift all lower swivels

  22. Pass101,447 miles (+2,015)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,447 miles
    Test number
    998129361152
    • NoteAll lower swivels slight lift

  23. Pass99,432 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,432 miles
    Test number
    710916860163
    • NoteSlight play in rear lower balljoints

  24. Fail99,432 miles (+4,156)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,432 miles
    Test number
    604332950161
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in rear lower balljoints

  25. Pass95,276 miles (+29)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,276 miles
    Test number
    250981429408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side mirror mounted side reapeater not working

  26. Fail95,247 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,247 miles
    Test number
    284850129432
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteIndicator fitted to off side door mirror not working

  27. Pass95,267 miles (+20)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,267 miles
    Test number
    742010329167
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteIndicator lamp fitted to off side door mirror not working

  28. Fail95,247 miles (+6,181)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,247 miles
    Test number
    221822719459
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working
    • NoteIndicator lamp fitted to off side door mirror not working

  29. Pass89,066 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    89,066 miles
    Test number
    641617038130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass85,478 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    85,478 miles
    Test number
    774886717122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass77,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    77,588 miles
    Test number
    861562546168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T228 DWL

Does T228 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T228 DWL expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T228 DWL?
The MOT on T228 DWL expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T228 DWL done?
T228 DWL was recorded at 169,474 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,551 miles a year.
Has T228 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T228 DWL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T228 DWL 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 T228 DWL find?
T228 DWL failed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 7 more.

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