Mercedes ML300

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

V12 BPSMOT history

V12 BPS is a black diesel Mercedes ML300 first used on 13 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 30 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 159,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

V12 BPS black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,037 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 BPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
ML300
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
13 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 BPS was last recorded at 159,037 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 8,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
150,861 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,176 miles
Average per year
7,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,037 miles
  • 2024 – 150,861 miles
  • 2023 – 146,948 miles
  • 2022 – 142,442 miles
  • 2021 – 131,931 miles
  • 2020 – 125,605 miles
  • 2019 – 122,426 miles
  • 2018 – 119,316 miles
  • 2017 – 116,088 miles
  • 2016 – 114,034 miles
  • 2015 – 98,928 miles
  • 2014 – 80,906 miles
  • 2013 – 64,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,037 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,037 miles (+8,176)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,037 miles
    Test number
    850203874210
    • MinorCentral Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,861 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,861 miles
    Test number
    245924531362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,948 miles (+4,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,948 miles
    Test number
    795365635128
    • AdvisoryFront Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass142,442 miles (+10,511)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,442 miles
    Test number
    937660377701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,931 miles (+6,326)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,931 miles
    Test number
    123619635903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass125,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,605 miles
    Test number
    216844730667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,605 miles (+3,179)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,605 miles
    Test number
    769881962088
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,426 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,426 miles
    Test number
    314172633103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,316 miles
    Test number
    843386720535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,316 miles (+3,228)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,316 miles
    Test number
    752438950605
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,088 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,088 miles
    Test number
    207616384827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,034 miles (+15,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    114,034 miles
    Test number
    679794158268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,928 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    304471619948
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort just with in limits

  14. Fail98,928 miles (+18,022)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    529407189164
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisoryPark brake effort just with in limits

  15. Pass80,906 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,906 miles
    Test number
    105567334336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    159209494469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,734 miles (+14,554)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    106319094421
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass64,180 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,180 miles
    Test number
    727770303174
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteO/s/f driving light faulty

Questions about V12 BPS

Does V12 BPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 BPS is valid until 30 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V12 BPS?
The MOT on V12 BPS is valid until 30 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 BPS done?
V12 BPS was recorded at 159,037 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 7,456 miles a year.
Has V12 BPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 BPS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V12 BPS 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 V12 BPS find?
V12 BPS passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: central front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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