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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

W228 LNCMOT history

W228 LNC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 15 Aug 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 88,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

W228 LNC silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,592 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 LNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 LNC was last recorded at 88,592 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 6,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,819 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,773 miles
Average per year
2,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,592 miles
  • 2025 – 81,819 miles
  • 2024 – 80,878 miles
  • 2023 – 79,927 miles
  • 2022 – 78,651 miles
  • 2021 – 76,929 miles
  • 2020 – 75,805 miles
  • 2019 – 74,310 miles
  • 2018 – 71,179 miles
  • 2017 – 69,333 miles
  • 2016 – 67,426 miles
  • 2015 – 64,961 miles
  • 2014 – 62,762 miles
  • 2013 – 55,646 miles
  • 2012 – 54,016 miles
  • 2011 – 52,327 miles
  • 2010 – 50,528 miles
  • 2009 – 47,203 miles
  • 2008 – 44,007 miles
  • 2006 – 37,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,592 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • ENGINE COVER FITTED

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • UNDER TRAYS FITTED

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,592 miles (+6,773)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    184220794766
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass81,819 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    270695467048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side has been under sealed

  3. Fail81,819 miles (+941)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    492352326442
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side has been under sealed

  4. Pass80,878 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,878 miles
    Test number
    534150391948
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Fail80,877 miles (+950)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,877 miles
    Test number
    453309897709
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working N/S & O/S (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Pass79,927 miles (+1,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,927 miles
    Test number
    659464927310
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive HOSE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass78,651 miles (+1,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,651 miles
    Test number
    783890638963
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  8. Pass76,929 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,929 miles
    Test number
    366386670388
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  9. Fail76,929 miles (+1,124)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,929 miles
    Test number
    627110918867
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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 Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  10. Pass75,805 miles (+1,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,805 miles
    Test number
    506044264722
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Pass74,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,310 miles
    Test number
    262517650822
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Fail74,310 miles (+3,131)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,310 miles
    Test number
    840657685926
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  13. Pass71,179 miles (+1,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,179 miles
    Test number
    863136171442
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  14. Pass69,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    216050184489
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES OUTER SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  15. Fail69,333 miles (+1,907)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    899194573647
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES OUTER SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  16. Pass67,426 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,426 miles
    Test number
    694199172990
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES OUTER SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  17. Fail67,426 miles (+2,465)6 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,426 miles
    Test number
    733066731998
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES OUTER SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  18. Pass64,961 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,961 miles
    Test number
    906277703337
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK FROM N/S/F TRANSMISSION HOSE

  19. Fail64,961 miles (+2,199)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,961 miles
    Test number
    405471298158
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES SIDEWALLS STARTING TOO PERISH
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT LEAK FROM N/S/F TRANSMISSION HOSE

  20. Pass62,762 miles (+7,116)9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,762 miles
    Test number
    966684774234
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteALL FOUR TYRES STARTING TOO CRACK ON SIDEWALLS
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass55,646 miles (+1,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,646 miles
    Test number
    697444763042
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass54,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,016 miles
    Test number
    157475262434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail54,016 miles (+1,689)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,016 miles
    Test number
    325403062045
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass52,327 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,327 miles
    Test number
    327051561004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,528 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,528 miles
    Test number
    432145970078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,203 miles (+3,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,203 miles
    Test number
    563546979028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass44,007 miles (+6,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,007 miles
    Test number
    842609758058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass37,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    37,362 miles
    Test number
    283946826217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail37,362 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,362 miles
    Test number
    943116526276
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about W228 LNC

Does W228 LNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W228 LNC is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on W228 LNC?
The MOT on W228 LNC is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W228 LNC done?
W228 LNC was recorded at 88,592 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,546 miles a year.
Has W228 LNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 LNC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on W228 LNC 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 W228 LNC find?
W228 LNC passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 9 more.

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