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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

W228 NLAMOT history

W228 NLA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

W228 NLA blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
110,453 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 NLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 NLA was last recorded at 110,453 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,441 miles · 20 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
5,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,453 miles
  • 2019 – 110,441 miles
  • 2018 – 109,535 miles
  • 2017 – 107,348 miles
  • 2016 – 106,777 miles
  • 2015 – 101,975 miles
  • 2014 – 96,527 miles
  • 2013 – 88,140 miles
  • 2012 – 78,075 miles
  • 2011 – 61,544 miles
  • 2010 – 42,352 miles
  • 2009 – 34,263 miles
  • 2008 – 26,829 miles
  • 2007 – 21,221 miles
  • 2006 – 18,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,453 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,453 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,453 miles
    Test number
    889193183127
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass110,441 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,441 miles
    Test number
    352735908909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,535 miles (+2,187)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,535 miles
    Test number
    714562857870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,348 miles (+571)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,348 miles
    Test number
    814445829511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass106,777 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,777 miles
    Test number
    962321971893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,975 miles (+5,448)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,975 miles
    Test number
    848774785105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,527 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,527 miles
    Test number
    775547574151
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass96,527 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,527 miles
    Test number
    975417974128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,487 miles (+8,347)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,487 miles
    Test number
    789376454120
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass88,140 miles (+4,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,140 miles
    Test number
    648627053102
    • 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)

  11. Pass84,054 miles (+5,979)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,054 miles
    Test number
    378016923098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,075 miles (+16,531)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,075 miles
    Test number
    425153852049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    198424451062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,544 miles (+19,192)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    306514151073
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass42,352 miles (+8,089)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    113424950012
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass34,263 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,263 miles
    Test number
    471891059040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail34,263 miles (+7,434)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,263 miles
    Test number
    853741759054
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass26,829 miles (+5,608)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,829 miles
    Test number
    320157188047
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass21,221 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,221 miles
    Test number
    551048717110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,203 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,203 miles
    Test number
    732763717119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,134 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,134 miles
    Test number
    330157867055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,065 miles (+36)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,065 miles
    Test number
    110178957069
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  23. Fail21,029 miles (+2,059)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,029 miles
    Test number
    464261857056
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass18,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,970 miles
    Test number
    112843666449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,970 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,970 miles
    Test number
    943123566032
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about W228 NLA

Does W228 NLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 NLA expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 NLA?
The MOT on W228 NLA expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 NLA done?
W228 NLA was recorded at 110,453 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 5,526 miles a year.
Has W228 NLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 NLA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on W228 NLA 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 NLA find?
W228 NLA passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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