Mercedes ML

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T789 HRVMOT history

T789 HRV is a black petrol Mercedes ML first used on 26 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 152,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2024
Mileage
152,101 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 HRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T789 HRV was last recorded at 152,101 miles on 9 Apr 2022, 15,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jun 2020: 136,170 miles, lower than 144,733 miles on 12 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,170 miles · 8 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
15,931 miles
Average per year
6,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,101 miles
  • 2020 – 136,170 miles
  • 2018 – 144,733 miles
  • 2017 – 108,465 miles
  • 2016 – 97,903 miles
  • 2015 – 86,233 miles
  • 2014 – 85,057 miles
  • 2013 – 83,606 miles
  • 2012 – 81,907 miles
  • 2011 – 80,277 miles
  • 2010 – 76,503 miles
  • 2009 – 69,551 miles
  • 2008 – 64,493 miles
  • 2007 – 55,215 miles
  • 2006 – 48,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Lipped.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing & Worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Both Sides Rear Wheel Arch Surface Corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    780956637371
    • DangerousVehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    200804285865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    511275166321
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,101 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,101 miles
    Test number
    584700662820
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    538107343064
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing & Worn. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Sides Rear Wheel Arch Surface Corrosion.
    • AdvisoryUndersides General Surface Corrosion.

  6. FailMileage not read2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    100000990603
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts, Worn & Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides Lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing & Worn. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing, Worn & Nails. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Sides Rear Wheel Arch Surface Corrosion.
    • AdvisoryUndersides General Surface Corrosion.

  7. Pass136,170 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    136,170 miles
    Test number
    310783429492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides & chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Stone Chip on windscreen.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both Side wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnderside general corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCoolant low.

  8. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828369874427
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,733 miles
    Test number
    854379338309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear wheel arches (5.2.6)

  10. Fail144,733 miles (+36,268)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,733 miles
    Test number
    614866072475
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear wheel arches (5.2.6)

  11. Pass108,465 miles (+459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,465 miles
    Test number
    893653763851
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  12. Fail108,006 miles (+10,103)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,006 miles
    Test number
    267301647462
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryETS light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  13. Pass97,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,903 miles
    Test number
    601953356220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail97,903 miles (+11,670)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,903 miles
    Test number
    800441906929
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass86,233 miles (+1,176)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,233 miles
    Test number
    665412335139
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks

  16. Pass85,057 miles (+1,451)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,057 miles
    Test number
    777004794069
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteMiddle and reae exhaust duct corroded

  17. Pass83,606 miles (+99)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,606 miles
    Test number
    245902103187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail83,507 miles (+1,600)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,507 miles
    Test number
    788472093057
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass81,907 miles (+1,630)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,907 miles
    Test number
    138114092489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass80,277 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,277 miles
    Test number
    728713101174
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail80,229 miles (+3,726)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,229 miles
    Test number
    247856191005
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass76,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,503 miles
    Test number
    283135400123
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail76,503 miles (+6,952)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,503 miles
    Test number
    533535100100
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass69,551 miles (+5,058)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,551 miles
    Test number
    513889789099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,493 miles
    Test number
    880066488075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail64,493 miles (+9,278)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,493 miles
    Test number
    893326488009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass55,215 miles (+6,939)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,215 miles
    Test number
    284271087067
    • NoteFront and rear tyres close to limit.
    • NoteFront discs getting low.
    • NoteSlight play in front ball joints.
    • NoteStone chips in screen.

  28. Pass48,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,276 miles
    Test number
    692216696041
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T789 HRV

Does T789 HRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T789 HRV expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T789 HRV?
The MOT on T789 HRV expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T789 HRV done?
T789 HRV was recorded at 152,101 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2022, an average of 6,486 miles a year.
Has T789 HRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 HRV has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T789 HRV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T789 HRV find?
T789 HRV failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 5 advisories: vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached; horn not working; nearside headlamp aim too low, and 7 more.

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