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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

X68 FGWMOT history

X68 FGW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 27 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

X68 FGW silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
86,526 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2021
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 FGW
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
27 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 FGW was last recorded at 86,526 miles on 29 Jan 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,526 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 86,526 miles
  • 2019 – 77,983 miles
  • 2018 – 75,444 miles
  • 2017 – 67,828 miles
  • 2016 – 61,168 miles
  • 2015 – 54,534 miles
  • 2014 – 46,066 miles
  • 2013 – 45,387 miles
  • 2011 – 43,728 miles
  • 2010 – 41,121 miles
  • 2009 – 39,168 miles
  • 2008 – 37,094 miles
  • 2007 – 33,137 miles
  • 2006 – 32,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides = uprights (hub carriers) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly insecure
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all 4 = corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central 2 pipes across front sub-frame

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rear most (6th and 7th)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    480249972078
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides = uprights (hub carriers) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all 4 = corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    475499427919
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both - slightly affecting images (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various - on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material difficult to see due to routing / clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheelarch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test rearmost
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both, coil over shock absorbers also corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    844131840810
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central 2 pipes across front sub-frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rear most (6th and 7th)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    129500860429
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central 2 pipes across front sub-frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rear most (6th and 7th)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,526 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    897766980334
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis bushes - nearside mainly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing rearmost (6th and 7th) seats missing along with seat belt components
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Fail86,526 miles (+8,543)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    334155788747
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement chassis bushes - nearside mainly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 pipes across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LEGAL LIMIT 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing rearmost (6th and 7th) seats missing along with seat belt components
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  7. Pass77,983 miles (+2,539)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,983 miles
    Test number
    453621838947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass75,444 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,444 miles
    Test number
    917759407487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,419 miles (+7,591)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,419 miles
    Test number
    733553180520
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass67,828 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,828 miles
    Test number
    540309104112
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail67,818 miles (+6,650)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    852843856186
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass61,168 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,168 miles
    Test number
    548550426106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,835 miles (+6,301)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,835 miles
    Test number
    663128376022
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass54,534 miles (+8,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,534 miles
    Test number
    175329965157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass46,066 miles (+679)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,066 miles
    Test number
    658659764170
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake and suspension componets have surface rust
    • NoteRear brake and suspension components surface rust

  16. Pass45,387 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    658158673124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front and rear brake and suspension areas
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front and rear brake discs
    • NoteSurface corrosion on power steering pipes

  17. Fail45,387 miles (+1,659)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    709492473104
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front and rear brake and suspension areas
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front and rear brake discs
    • NoteSurface corrosion on power steering pipes

  18. Pass43,728 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,728 miles
    Test number
    449168101369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,121 miles (+1,953)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,121 miles
    Test number
    770367700364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,168 miles (+2,074)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,168 miles
    Test number
    770377289226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf brake shows signs of heat

  21. Pass37,094 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,094 miles
    Test number
    163833288251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,065 miles (+3,928)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,065 miles
    Test number
    181021688236
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass33,137 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,137 miles
    Test number
    134409877234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,305 miles
    Test number
    493668306375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X68 FGW

Does X68 FGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X68 FGW is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X68 FGW?
The MOT on X68 FGW is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X68 FGW done?
X68 FGW was recorded at 86,526 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2021, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has X68 FGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 FGW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X68 FGW 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 X68 FGW find?
X68 FGW passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 18 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 17 more.

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