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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

V56 FFJMOT history

V56 FFJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 127,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2022
Mileage
127,748 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 FFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V56 FFJ was last recorded at 127,748 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,652 miles · 22 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
3,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,748 miles
  • 2021 – 125,204 miles
  • 2020 – 123,498 miles
  • 2019 – 119,923 miles
  • 2018 – 116,469 miles
  • 2017 – 113,794 miles
  • 2016 – 111,256 miles
  • 2015 – 109,113 miles
  • 2014 – 106,291 miles
  • 2013 – 103,075 miles
  • 2012 – 100,034 miles
  • 2011 – 92,061 miles
  • 2010 – 85,356 miles
  • 2009 – 77,505 miles
  • 2008 – 68,723 miles
  • 2007 – 67,998 miles
  • 2005 – 62,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,748 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bull bar stapes holding mount corroded
  • AdvisoryFlued leak gear box joint not sure what fluid is please get it check

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear sub frame slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,748 miles (+96)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,748 miles
    Test number
    591929156430
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bull bar stapes holding mount corroded
    • AdvisoryFlued leak gear box joint not sure what fluid is please get it check

  2. Fail127,652 miles (+2,448)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,652 miles
    Test number
    964187549294
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output os/ns (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass125,204 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    125,204 miles
    Test number
    497130437271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame slightly corroded

  4. Fail125,197 miles (+1,699)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,197 miles
    Test number
    933988919614
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame slightly corroded

  5. Pass123,498 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    123,498 miles
    Test number
    236382348137
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak

  6. Fail123,481 miles (+3,558)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,481 miles
    Test number
    258203803874
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak

  7. Pass119,923 miles (+3,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    119,923 miles
    Test number
    958741715724
    • AdvisoryOil leak via sump plug

  8. Pass116,469 miles (+2,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,469 miles
    Test number
    916888474023
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak from oil drain plug

  9. Pass113,794 miles (+2,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,794 miles
    Test number
    917654819527
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak via engine

  10. Pass111,256 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,256 miles
    Test number
    880926739721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,113 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,113 miles
    Test number
    646794275165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,291 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,291 miles
    Test number
    829435574197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,075 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,075 miles
    Test number
    237296643279
    • NoteAll four tyres are cracked in tread

  14. Fail103,075 miles (+3,041)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,075 miles
    Test number
    605536543285
    • FailureElectrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll four tyres are cracked in tread

  15. Pass100,034 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,034 miles
    Test number
    946457742253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail100,034 miles (+7,973)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,034 miles
    Test number
    379577242455
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass92,061 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,061 miles
    Test number
    848004991072
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail92,060 miles (+6,704)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,060 miles
    Test number
    858321091021
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass85,356 miles (+7,851)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    173568370457
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteWear in steering rack mounting bush

  20. Pass77,505 miles (+8,782)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    77,505 miles
    Test number
    891476179093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,723 miles (+725)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,723 miles
    Test number
    811412058093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAuto box cooling pipe has a slight leak
    • NoteOffside and nearside front disc slighty corroded

  22. Pass67,998 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,998 miles
    Test number
    601390687075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    62,213 miles
    Test number
    532940445394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 FFJ

Does V56 FFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 FFJ expired on 26 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 FFJ?
The MOT on V56 FFJ expired on 26 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 FFJ done?
V56 FFJ was recorded at 127,748 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 3,846 miles a year.
Has V56 FFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 FFJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V56 FFJ 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 V56 FFJ find?
V56 FFJ failed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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