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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T448 MBCMOT history

T448 MBC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2024
Mileage
105,894 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T448 MBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T448 MBC was last recorded at 105,894 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 3,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,160 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,734 miles
Average per year
4,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,894 miles
  • 2022 – 102,160 miles
  • 2021 – 101,049 miles
  • 2019 – 99,726 miles
  • 2017 – 88,441 miles
  • 2016 – 85,874 miles
  • 2015 – 82,508 miles
  • 2014 – 77,050 miles
  • 2013 – 67,966 miles
  • 2012 – 63,455 miles
  • 2011 – 56,312 miles
  • 2010 – 49,230 miles
  • 2009 – 42,484 miles
  • 2007 – 36,856 miles
  • 2006 – 31,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,894 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,894 miles (+3,734)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,894 miles
    Test number
    622672371675
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass102,160 miles (+1,111)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,160 miles
    Test number
    732628836438
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both nearside tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass101,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,049 miles
    Test number
    641300967532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,049 miles (+1,323)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,049 miles
    Test number
    201065124559
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass99,726 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,726 miles
    Test number
    354078210013
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail99,726 miles (+11,285)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,726 miles
    Test number
    860527804048
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,441 miles (+2,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,441 miles
    Test number
    301262745491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail85,874 miles (+3,366)3 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,874 miles
    Test number
    467321031186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank area
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test 6 & 7
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing and bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel rim damaged

  9. Pass82,508 miles (+5,458)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    82,508 miles
    Test number
    539593731593
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front inner steering joints have play
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass damaged but not effecting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass77,050 miles (+9,084)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    468451644200
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBrake wear indicator light on

  11. Pass67,966 miles (+4,511)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,966 miles
    Test number
    206761763040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  12. Pass63,455 miles (+7,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,455 miles
    Test number
    926402462087
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  13. Pass56,312 miles (+7,082)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    966266051001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,230 miles (+6,746)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,230 miles
    Test number
    544818840019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass42,484 miles (+5,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,484 miles
    Test number
    892621649049
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass36,856 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,856 miles
    Test number
    124598987056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,899 miles
    Test number
    123760146406
    • 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)

Questions about T448 MBC

Does T448 MBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T448 MBC expired on 13 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T448 MBC?
The MOT on T448 MBC expired on 13 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T448 MBC done?
T448 MBC was recorded at 105,894 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 4,197 miles a year.
Has T448 MBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T448 MBC has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T448 MBC 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 T448 MBC find?
T448 MBC passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coolant leak, and 4 more.

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