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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

V53 MBMMOT history

V53 MBM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 17 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 162,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

V53 MBM black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
162,695 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 MBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 MBM was last recorded at 162,695 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,677 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,695 miles
  • 2022 – 154,766 miles
  • 2021 – 146,601 miles
  • 2019 – 144,578 miles
  • 2018 – 141,896 miles
  • 2017 – 137,277 miles
  • 2016 – 132,565 miles
  • 2015 – 127,996 miles
  • 2014 – 123,689 miles
  • 2013 – 118,489 miles
  • 2012 – 113,373 miles
  • 2011 – 106,950 miles
  • 2010 – 100,529 miles
  • 2009 – 84,538 miles
  • 2008 – 80,176 miles
  • 2007 – 70,544 miles
  • 2006 – 62,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,695 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose and damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront power steering fluid leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corrosion to casingsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,695 miles (+18)3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    162,695 miles
    Test number
    623350687622
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose and damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corrosion to casings
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail162,677 miles (+7,911)4 dangerous8 major5 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,677 miles
    Test number
    463882532467
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose steering rack bush (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose steering rack bush (2.1.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose and damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corrosion to casings
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass154,766 miles (+8,165)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    154,766 miles
    Test number
    230866174203
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass146,601 miles1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    146,601 miles
    Test number
    231937472105
    • DangerousRear both rear shocks corroded
    • MinorFront Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail146,601 miles (+2,023)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,601 miles
    Test number
    913173348157
    • DangerousRear both rear shocks corroded
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    144,578 miles
    Test number
    165212138007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail144,578 miles (+2,682)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,578 miles
    Test number
    408959965320
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault ESP LIGHT ON !! (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,896 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    141,896 miles
    Test number
    302512201400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail141,895 miles (+4,618)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,895 miles
    Test number
    628851450649
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass137,277 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,277 miles
    Test number
    423289354736
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail137,270 miles (+182)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,270 miles
    Test number
    481368305602
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail137,088 miles (+4,523)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,088 miles
    Test number
    777743809929
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass132,565 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,565 miles
    Test number
    470969058048
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail132,565 miles (+4,569)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,565 miles
    Test number
    692326078324
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)
    • FailureSteering column shaft has excessive end float nearside and offside steering rack (2.1.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass127,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    647975805221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail127,996 miles (+4,307)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    288594105295
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass123,689 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,689 miles
    Test number
    585239464187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  18. Fail123,625 miles (+5,136)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,625 miles
    Test number
    987065664111
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass118,489 miles (+5,116)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,489 miles
    Test number
    666448263177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass113,373 miles (+6,423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    113,373 miles
    Test number
    417538822211
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass106,950 miles (+6,421)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    106,950 miles
    Test number
    145566471223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased hard to check condition of pipes
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/front anti roll bar mount

  22. Pass100,529 miles (+6,983)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    100,529 miles
    Test number
    480481000393
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect brake pipes as been coated with grease

  23. Pass93,546 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,546 miles
    Test number
    513654610010
    • NoteMain brake pipes and brake pipes at rear slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/steering rack end

  24. Fail93,543 miles (+9,005)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,543 miles
    Test number
    294083910037
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteMain brake pipes and brake pipes at rear slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/steering rack end

  25. Pass84,538 miles (+4,362)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    84,538 miles
    Test number
    290424319002
    • NoteSlight play in front anti roll bar mounts
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack end

  26. Pass80,176 miles (+9,632)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    80,176 miles
    Test number
    462579428021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,544 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,544 miles
    Test number
    982741837032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,039 miles
    Test number
    220516816070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 MBM

Does V53 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 MBM expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 MBM?
The MOT on V53 MBM expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 MBM done?
V53 MBM was recorded at 162,695 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 5,886 miles a year.
Has V53 MBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 MBM has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V53 MBM 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 V53 MBM find?
V53 MBM passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 3 minor defects and 16 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose and damaged casing; rear windscreen wiper blade defective, and 16 more.

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