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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

W28 DRSMOT history

W28 DRS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 26 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

W28 DRS black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
135,981 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W28 DRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W28 DRS was last recorded at 135,981 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 10,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,502 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,479 miles
Average per year
5,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,981 miles
  • 2025 – 125,502 miles
  • 2024 – 115,360 miles
  • 2023 – 110,271 miles
  • 2022 – 103,824 miles
  • 2021 – 99,452 miles
  • 2019 – 95,587 miles
  • 2018 – 85,090 miles
  • 2017 – 81,766 miles
  • 2016 – 78,418 miles
  • 2015 – 73,640 miles
  • 2014 – 65,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,981 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 Rear Outer Tyre wall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen upper middle area cracked advise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,981 miles (+10,479)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    135,981 miles
    Test number
    395570618491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass125,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    125,502 miles
    Test number
    267228946196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail125,502 miles (+10,142)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,502 miles
    Test number
    792580020654
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass115,360 miles (+5,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,360 miles
    Test number
    805996109023
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted front-rear

  5. Pass110,271 miles (+6,447)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,271 miles
    Test number
    434295869567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,824 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,824 miles
    Test number
    319965215335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre wall damaged
    • AdvisoryWindscreen upper middle area cracked advise

  7. Fail103,764 miles (+4,312)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,764 miles
    Test number
    232204908765
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread and split to core (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre wall damaged
    • AdvisoryWindscreen upper middle area cracked advise

  8. Pass99,452 miles (+3,865)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,452 miles
    Test number
    210180851237
    • MinorCentral Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked advise (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,587 miles (+10,497)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,587 miles
    Test number
    854167452802
    • MinorCentral Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And inner wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass85,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,090 miles
    Test number
    332416610383
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cut in tread, close to cords
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage behind rear view mirror

  11. Fail85,090 miles (+3,324)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,090 miles
    Test number
    936465960509
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working Nearside offside (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cut in tread, close to cords
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage behind rear view mirror

  12. Pass81,766 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    217517449264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,418 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,418 miles
    Test number
    561377084720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,640 miles (+8,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,640 miles
    Test number
    947872295094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  15. Pass65,429 miles (+317)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,429 miles
    Test number
    105162194081
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail65,112 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    685807284080
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about W28 DRS

Does W28 DRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W28 DRS is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on W28 DRS?
The MOT on W28 DRS is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W28 DRS done?
W28 DRS was recorded at 135,981 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,689 miles a year.
Has W28 DRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W28 DRS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on W28 DRS 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 W28 DRS find?
W28 DRS passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 2 more.

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