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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 3,498 cc

V8 WBYMOT history

V8 WBY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 18 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

V8 WBY black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,148 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 WBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 WBY was last recorded at 89,148 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 5,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,010 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,138 miles
Average per year
4,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,148 miles
  • 2025 – 84,010 miles
  • 2024 – 79,456 miles
  • 2023 – 76,275 miles
  • 2022 – 73,029 miles
  • 2021 – 68,700 miles
  • 2020 – 65,022 miles
  • 2019 – 61,787 miles
  • 2018 – 57,703 miles
  • 2017 – 50,835 miles
  • 2016 – 44,615 miles
  • 2015 – 37,402 miles
  • 2014 – 30,906 miles
  • 2013 – 24,327 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,148 miles
  • 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))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,148 miles (+5,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,148 miles
    Test number
    929616577161
    • 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))

  2. Pass84,010 miles (+4,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,010 miles
    Test number
    392053783998
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear sub-frame has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,456 miles (+3,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    305869856042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass76,275 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    951318204582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,029 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,029 miles
    Test number
    619571910195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,870 miles (+4,170)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    994095330291
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,700 miles (+3,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,700 miles
    Test number
    255533441763
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Pass65,022 miles (+3,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,022 miles
    Test number
    673630159691
    • AdvisoryCentral propshaft rubber mounting perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass61,787 miles (+59)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,787 miles
    Test number
    880250273438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail61,728 miles (+4,025)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,728 miles
    Test number
    525071718154
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass57,703 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,703 miles
    Test number
    193278477330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,835 miles
    Test number
    226007591974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,835 miles (+6,220)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,835 miles
    Test number
    477291672586
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake pad lining has come away from metal (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened excessively corroded (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass44,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    266629495685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,615 miles (+7,213)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    153794634224
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass37,402 miles (+6,496)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,402 miles
    Test number
    469407815091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,906 miles (+6,579)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,906 miles
    Test number
    938350414056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,327 miles
    Test number
    975591423054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,327 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,327 miles
    Test number
    895489813014
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Questions about V8 WBY

Does V8 WBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 WBY is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 WBY?
The MOT on V8 WBY is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 WBY done?
V8 WBY was recorded at 89,148 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 4,969 miles a year.
Has V8 WBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 WBY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V8 WBY 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 V8 WBY find?
V8 WBY passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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