Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T79 LELMOT history

T79 LEL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 47,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
47,949 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,362 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T79 LEL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T79 LEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 LEL was last recorded at 47,949 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 5,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,102 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,847 miles
Average per year
1,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,949 miles
  • 2025 – 42,102 miles
  • 2021 – 41,456 miles
  • 2020 – 40,093 miles
  • 2019 – 38,098 miles
  • 2018 – 35,714 miles
  • 2017 – 34,096 miles
  • 2016 – 31,535 miles
  • 2015 – 30,497 miles
  • 2014 – 29,549 miles
  • 2013 – 28,308 miles
  • 2012 – 27,475 miles
  • 2011 – 26,938 miles
  • 2010 – 26,152 miles
  • 2009 – 25,242 miles
  • 2008 – 24,212 miles
  • 2007 – 22,445 miles
  • 2006 – 20,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,949 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass47,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    545067197141
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail47,949 miles (+5,847)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,949 miles
    Test number
    163244085807
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass42,102 miles (+646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    820464372961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass41,456 miles (+1,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,456 miles
    Test number
    346467842022
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass40,093 miles (+1,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    206749840251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyre starting to perish

  6. Pass38,098 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,098 miles
    Test number
    481850649386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,714 miles (+1,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,714 miles
    Test number
    223665974958
    • AdvisoryFront trafficators starting to go white
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass34,096 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,096 miles
    Test number
    225235101063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,535 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    748425321398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,497 miles (+948)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    758403705175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,549 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,549 miles
    Test number
    567140894051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,308 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    28,308 miles
    Test number
    888683893087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,475 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,475 miles
    Test number
    206713492015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,938 miles (+786)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,938 miles
    Test number
    948295101175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,152 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    842047290026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,242 miles
    Test number
    273154919119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail25,242 miles (+1,030)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,242 miles
    Test number
    674494219141
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass24,212 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,212 miles
    Test number
    553010728119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,445 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,445 miles
    Test number
    854239087079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,333 miles
    Test number
    454081986018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T79 LEL

Does T79 LEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T79 LEL is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T79 LEL?
The MOT on T79 LEL is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T79 LEL done?
T79 LEL was recorded at 47,949 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,362 miles a year.
Has T79 LEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 LEL has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T79 LEL 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 T79 LEL find?
T79 LEL passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

Related registrations

Browse all T79 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.