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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,688 cc

V13 KATMOT history

V13 KAT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

V13 KAT black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2023
Mileage
81,896 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 KAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 KAT was last recorded at 81,896 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 2,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,320 miles · 16 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,576 miles
Average per year
4,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,896 miles
  • 2021 – 79,320 miles
  • 2020 – 79,141 miles
  • 2019 – 78,643 miles
  • 2018 – 76,612 miles
  • 2017 – 74,715 miles
  • 2016 – 71,127 miles
  • 2015 – 68,803 miles
  • 2014 – 64,422 miles
  • 2013 – 62,506 miles
  • 2012 – 60,941 miles
  • 2011 – 53,014 miles
  • 2010 – 37,885 miles
  • 2009 – 27,853 miles
  • 2008 – 20,174 miles
  • 2007 – 15,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,896 miles
  • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to rust

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,896 miles (+2,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,896 miles
    Test number
    226662833806
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes starting to rust

  2. Pass79,320 miles (+179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,320 miles
    Test number
    649985011443
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,141 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    902921745717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail79,138 miles (+495)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,138 miles
    Test number
    446510270809
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass78,643 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,643 miles
    Test number
    747546803965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,612 miles
    Test number
    119238549013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail76,612 miles (+1,897)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,612 miles
    Test number
    327698025048
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass74,715 miles (+3,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    74,715 miles
    Test number
    643659744798
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass71,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,127 miles
    Test number
    820509367129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,127 miles (+2,324)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,127 miles
    Test number
    661204552665
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass68,803 miles (+4,381)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    68,803 miles
    Test number
    447005732640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,422 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,422 miles
    Test number
    157093484254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,506 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    745454863204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,941 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,941 miles
    Test number
    565576462260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,014 miles (+15,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,014 miles
    Test number
    989987971283
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass37,885 miles (+10,032)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,885 miles
    Test number
    930715450073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,853 miles
    Test number
    212847859033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,853 miles (+7,679)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,853 miles
    Test number
    993047659040
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass20,174 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,174 miles
    Test number
    642111138085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,274 miles
    Test number
    280999707090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 KAT

Does V13 KAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V13 KAT expired on 21 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V13 KAT?
The MOT on V13 KAT expired on 21 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V13 KAT done?
V13 KAT was recorded at 81,896 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 4,227 miles a year.
Has V13 KAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 KAT has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on V13 KAT 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 V13 KAT find?
V13 KAT passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: metal brake pipes starting to rust.

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