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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2000 · 2,688 cc

V36 UKEMOT history

V36 UKE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 15 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 287,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

V36 UKE black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
287,154 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 UKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 UKE was last recorded at 287,154 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 12,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,068 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,086 miles
Average per year
9,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 287,154 miles
  • 2024 – 275,068 miles
  • 2023 – 267,279 miles
  • 2022 – 263,204 miles
  • 2021 – 258,741 miles
  • 2020 – 252,535 miles
  • 2019 – 249,108 miles
  • 2018 – 240,861 miles
  • 2017 – 236,594 miles
  • 2016 – 227,602 miles
  • 2015 – 221,948 miles
  • 2014 – 210,223 miles
  • 2013 – 200,561 miles
  • 2012 – 190,629 miles
  • 2011 – 165,546 miles
  • 2009 – 150,742 miles
  • 2008 – 125,577 miles
  • 2007 – 112,842 miles
  • 2006 – 100,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,154 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,154 miles (+12,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    287,154 miles
    Test number
    461517749695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass275,068 miles (+7,789)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    275,068 miles
    Test number
    517155315791
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass267,279 miles (+1)1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    267,279 miles
    Test number
    604747419367
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body: sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body: sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail267,278 miles (+4,074)1 major1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,278 miles
    Test number
    404602704540
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body: sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body: sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass263,204 miles (+4,463)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    263,204 miles
    Test number
    894240886896
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass258,741 miles (+6,206)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    258,741 miles
    Test number
    586799408741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass252,535 miles (+3,427)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    252,535 miles
    Test number
    499205363834
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass249,108 miles (+8,247)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    249,108 miles
    Test number
    373894905305
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play on limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass240,861 miles (+4,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    240,861 miles
    Test number
    162798032051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass236,594 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    236,594 miles
    Test number
    792683280588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside stickers in swept area of screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail236,593 miles (+8,991)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,593 miles
    Test number
    749734266253
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside stickers in swept area of screen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass227,602 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    227,602 miles
    Test number
    963206382335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail227,601 miles (+5,653)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,601 miles
    Test number
    743614511624
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush all front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s wiper blades split

  14. Pass221,948 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    221,948 miles
    Test number
    200346096699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush end bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush end bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ,remove covers to check (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCheck tracking

  15. Fail221,948 miles (+11,725)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,948 miles
    Test number
    525063336379
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush end bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush end bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear ,remove covers to check (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCheck tracking

  16. Pass210,223 miles (+9,662)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    210,223 miles
    Test number
    609901454374
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear handbrake cables casing split and worn through, operation still ok

  17. Pass200,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    200,561 miles
    Test number
    809562653330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail200,561 miles (+9,932)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,561 miles
    Test number
    559001953331
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass190,629 miles (+12,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    190,629 miles
    Test number
    498573652328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass178,456 miles (+12,910)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    178,456 miles
    Test number
    277285802029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass165,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    165,546 miles
    Test number
    545050611074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail165,546 miles (+14,804)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,546 miles
    Test number
    365654801073
    • FailureNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Fail150,742 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,742 miles
    Test number
    513986259345
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

  24. Pass150,742 miles (+11,767)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    150,742 miles
    Test number
    831796159384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass138,975 miles (+13,398)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    138,975 miles
    Test number
    364796409086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass125,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    125,577 miles
    Test number
    131242508037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail125,577 miles (+12,735)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,577 miles
    Test number
    911532308044
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass112,842 miles (+12,232)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    112,842 miles
    Test number
    651382007031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    100,610 miles
    Test number
    990745706014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V36 UKE

Does V36 UKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 UKE is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V36 UKE?
The MOT on V36 UKE is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 UKE done?
V36 UKE was recorded at 287,154 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 9,390 miles a year.
Has V36 UKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 UKE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V36 UKE 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 V36 UKE find?
V36 UKE passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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