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Mercedes-Benz ML

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

T5 PBEMOT history

T5 PBE is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 142,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
142,156 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 PBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 PBE was last recorded at 142,156 miles on 13 May 2026, 15,442 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,714 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,442 miles
Average per year
11,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,156 miles
  • 2025 – 126,714 miles
  • 2023 – 107,782 miles
  • 2022 – 95,199 miles
  • 2021 – 81,673 miles
  • 2020 – 68,600 miles
  • 2019 – 54,541 miles
  • 2018 – 36,066 miles
  • 2017 – 21,653 miles
  • 2016 – 19,011 miles
  • 2015 – 15,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,156 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine cover and under-tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 22 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,156 miles (+15,442)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    142,156 miles
    Test number
    938193496837
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass126,714 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,714 miles
    Test number
    566909289125
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySRS warning message but lamp not on
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  3. Fail126,714 miles (+18,932)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,714 miles
    Test number
    437140518854
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySRS warning message but lamp not on
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  4. Pass107,782 miles (+12,583)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,782 miles
    Test number
    710782990522
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass95,199 miles (+13,526)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,199 miles
    Test number
    358804188942
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm & worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,0mm bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  6. Pass81,673 miles (+13,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,673 miles
    Test number
    329437642903
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-tray fitted

  7. Pass68,600 miles (+14,059)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    68,600 miles
    Test number
    982508208943
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-tray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass54,541 miles (+18,475)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,541 miles
    Test number
    148893774988
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin almost on 1.5mm limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass36,066 miles (+14,413)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,066 miles
    Test number
    912262739786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,653 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    21,653 miles
    Test number
    321222360935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,011 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,011 miles
    Test number
    739370496279
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail18,973 miles (+3,648)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    577448246201
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass15,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    15,325 miles
    Test number
    208093475161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 PBE

Does T5 PBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 PBE is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 PBE?
The MOT on T5 PBE is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 PBE done?
T5 PBE was recorded at 142,156 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 11,645 miles a year.
Has T5 PBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 PBE has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 PBE 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 T5 PBE find?
T5 PBE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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