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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

V88 TSSMOT history

V88 TSS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 210,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

V88 TSS silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
210,152 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V88 TSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V88 TSS was last recorded at 210,152 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,093 miles · 12 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
12,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,152 miles
  • 2025 – 197,292 miles
  • 2024 – 188,922 miles
  • 2023 – 167,285 miles
  • 2021 – 161,224 miles
  • 2020 – 148,712 miles
  • 2019 – 132,225 miles
  • 2018 – 102,488 miles
  • 2017 – 86,524 miles
  • 2016 – 80,660 miles
  • 2015 – 75,193 miles
  • 2014 – 59,978 miles
  • 2012 – 36,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,152 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective ns/os (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns/os (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySLIGHTLY SMOKES ON IDLE

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,152 miles (+59)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    210,152 miles
    Test number
    131516195884
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective ns/os (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns/os (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySLIGHTLY SMOKES ON IDLE

  2. Fail210,093 miles (+12,801)2 dangerous5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,093 miles
    Test number
    910474373192
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective ns/os (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns/os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns/os (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass197,292 miles (+8,370)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    197,292 miles
    Test number
    920108851482
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & suspension parts corroded

  4. Pass188,922 miles (+21,637)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    188,922 miles
    Test number
    756326868672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    167,285 miles
    Test number
    293760614936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & suspension parts corroding

  6. Fail167,285 miles (+6,061)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,285 miles
    Test number
    221839667022
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody & suspension parts corroding

  7. Pass161,224 miles (+12,512)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    161,224 miles
    Test number
    405809164360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted

  8. Pass148,712 miles (+16,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,712 miles
    Test number
    425881682293
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass132,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,225 miles
    Test number
    165349088671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail132,225 miles (+29,737)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,225 miles
    Test number
    460930924348
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass102,488 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,488 miles
    Test number
    550010983502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,487 miles (+15,963)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,487 miles
    Test number
    844466042714
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass86,524 miles (+5,864)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,524 miles
    Test number
    799129015122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,660 miles (+5,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,660 miles
    Test number
    176045486867
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  15. Pass75,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,193 miles
    Test number
    893304190067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,193 miles (+15,215)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,193 miles
    Test number
    129647764286
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass59,978 miles (+13,322)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    138086754358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,656 miles (+9,713)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,656 miles
    Test number
    115373404044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,943 miles
    Test number
    605262672297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Questions about V88 TSS

Does V88 TSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V88 TSS is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V88 TSS?
The MOT on V88 TSS is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V88 TSS done?
V88 TSS was recorded at 210,152 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 12,385 miles a year.
Has V88 TSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V88 TSS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V88 TSS 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 V88 TSS find?
V88 TSS passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective ns/os; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.

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