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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T520 FGTMOT history

T520 FGT is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2023
Mileage
162,421 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T520 FGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T520 FGT was last recorded at 162,421 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 3,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,207 miles · 14 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3,214 miles
Average per year
3,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,421 miles
  • 2021 – 159,207 miles
  • 2020 – 156,452 miles
  • 2019 – 153,274 miles
  • 2017 – 147,054 miles
  • 2016 – 144,618 miles
  • 2015 – 142,229 miles
  • 2014 – 139,964 miles
  • 2013 – 138,679 miles
  • 2012 – 136,219 miles
  • 2011 – 134,482 miles
  • 2010 – 132,101 miles
  • 2009 – 130,629 miles
  • 2008 – 126,389 miles
  • 2007 – 123,355 miles
  • 2006 – 99,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,421 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • N/s/r outer sill damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,421 miles (+3,214)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    162,421 miles
    Test number
    786285721772
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass159,207 miles (+2,755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    159,207 miles
    Test number
    233737874226
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWings corroded

  3. Pass156,452 miles (+3,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,452 miles
    Test number
    205087681438
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,274 miles (+5,230)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    153,274 miles
    Test number
    899698979064
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,044 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,044 miles
    Test number
    182654218184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass147,054 miles (+2,436)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    147,054 miles
    Test number
    846634662966
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt just acceptable (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f flexi brake hose deteriorated (just acceptable)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisey

  7. Pass144,618 miles (+2,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    144,618 miles
    Test number
    741166577385
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort only just met

  8. Pass142,229 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    142,229 miles
    Test number
    447268846351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,964 miles (+1,285)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    139,964 miles
    Test number
    578662414386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass138,679 miles (+2,460)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    138,679 miles
    Test number
    229775683278
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral underside corroded

  11. Pass136,219 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    136,219 miles
    Test number
    746401372217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail136,218 miles (+81)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,218 miles
    Test number
    188540772215
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail136,137 miles (+1,655)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,137 miles
    Test number
    339386752226
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leaking

  14. Pass134,482 miles (+2,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    134,482 miles
    Test number
    965184131273
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass132,101 miles (+1,472)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    132,101 miles
    Test number
    323284440426
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNS PARKING RAKE IS A LOT LOWER THAN OS
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK BOTH REAR SEATS AND SEAT BELTS DUE TO SEATS NOT IN PLACE

  16. Pass130,629 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    130,629 miles
    Test number
    383854949214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,389 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    126,389 miles
    Test number
    660591168239
    • NoteSCREEN DAMAGE IN LIMITS
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK BOTH REAR SEAT BELTS DUE TO SEATS NOT IN POSITION

  18. Fail126,389 miles (+3,034)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,389 miles
    Test number
    340001868433
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSCREEN DAMAGE IN LIMITS
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY CHECK BOTH REAR SEAT BELTS DUE TO SEATS NOT IN POSITION

  19. Pass123,355 miles (+8,188)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    123,355 miles
    Test number
    144981667244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,167 miles (+15,540)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    115,167 miles
    Test number
    524019207040
    • NoteBRAKE WARNING LIGHT IS COMEING ON.
    • NoteCENTRE REAR BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING.
    • NoteN/S REAR TYRE IS CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT.

  21. Pass99,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    99,627 miles
    Test number
    533420316027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T520 FGT

Does T520 FGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T520 FGT expired on 14 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T520 FGT?
The MOT on T520 FGT expired on 14 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T520 FGT done?
T520 FGT was recorded at 162,421 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 3,715 miles a year.
Has T520 FGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T520 FGT has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2012.
Has the mileage on T520 FGT 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 T520 FGT find?
T520 FGT passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes.

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