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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

T88 TKAMOT history

T88 TKA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 27 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 233,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2025
Mileage
233,597 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 TKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 TKA was last recorded at 233,597 miles on 11 Sept 2024, 49,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,131 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
49,466 miles
Average per year
11,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 233,597 miles
  • 2023 – 184,131 miles
  • 2022 – 157,978 miles
  • 2021 – 154,191 miles
  • 2020 – 151,184 miles
  • 2019 – 141,274 miles
  • 2018 – 131,327 miles
  • 2017 – 128,249 miles
  • 2016 – 127,488 miles
  • 2015 – 122,266 miles
  • 2013 – 111,352 miles
  • 2012 – 76,837 miles
  • 2010 – 75,094 miles
  • 2009 – 61,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,597 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,597 miles (+49,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    233,597 miles
    Test number
    795653886632
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass184,131 miles (+26,153)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,131 miles
    Test number
    136735033496
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,978 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    157,978 miles
    Test number
    248761023513
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail157,977 miles (+3,786)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,977 miles
    Test number
    550999691427
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass154,191 miles (+21)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,191 miles
    Test number
    459655278234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail154,170 miles (+2,986)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,170 miles
    Test number
    548257868544
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass151,184 miles (+9,910)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    151,184 miles
    Test number
    805610168508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass141,274 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,274 miles
    Test number
    189648463335
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail141,272 miles (+9,945)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,272 miles
    Test number
    231441526569
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,327 miles
    Test number
    785509265317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail131,327 miles (+3,078)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,327 miles
    Test number
    249768842334
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass128,249 miles (+761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,249 miles
    Test number
    509286576101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass127,488 miles (+5,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,488 miles
    Test number
    801445305329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass122,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    122,266 miles
    Test number
    289767145416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,263 miles (+403)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,263 miles
    Test number
    357077045163
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass121,860 miles (+10,508)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,860 miles
    Test number
    368712085000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass111,352 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,352 miles
    Test number
    727001093236
    • NoteInner edges of rear tyres worn
    • NoteRbt % 18

  18. Fail111,350 miles (+34,513)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,350 miles
    Test number
    908241693220
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteInner edges of rear tyres worn

  19. Pass76,837 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,837 miles
    Test number
    836141532094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,094 miles (+14,004)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    75,094 miles
    Test number
    453227320398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,090 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,090 miles
    Test number
    490337659435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    753733329305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T88 TKA

Does T88 TKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T88 TKA expired on 12 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T88 TKA?
The MOT on T88 TKA expired on 12 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T88 TKA done?
T88 TKA was recorded at 233,597 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2024, an average of 11,769 miles a year.
Has T88 TKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 TKA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T88 TKA 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 T88 TKA find?
T88 TKA passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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