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Mercedes-Benz ML

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,688 cc

Y243 OJMMOT history

Y243 OJM is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 17 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 107,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

Y243 OJM green Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,789 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 OJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 OJM was last recorded at 107,789 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,789 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,789 miles
  • 2025 – 102,533 miles
  • 2024 – 95,649 miles
  • 2023 – 92,110 miles
  • 2021 – 88,753 miles
  • 2020 – 85,228 miles
  • 2019 – 77,626 miles
  • 2018 – 72,814 miles
  • 2017 – 69,357 miles
  • 2016 – 65,117 miles
  • 2015 – 61,253 miles
  • 2014 – 57,244 miles
  • 2013 – 53,603 miles
  • 2012 – 48,907 miles
  • 2011 – 44,505 miles
  • 2010 – 41,818 miles
  • 2009 – 37,809 miles
  • 2008 – 32,714 miles
  • 2007 – 26,931 miles
  • 2006 – 23,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,789 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,789 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    432527212136
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail107,789 miles (+5,256)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,789 miles
    Test number
    921827476299
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass102,533 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,533 miles
    Test number
    838268210761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,518 miles (+6,869)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,518 miles
    Test number
    839489026975
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,649 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,649 miles
    Test number
    632409380452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,110 miles (+3,357)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,110 miles
    Test number
    136025079405
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,753 miles (+3,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,753 miles
    Test number
    916832255942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,228 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    281487568401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,225 miles (+4,819)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,225 miles
    Test number
    805607851831
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  10. Pass80,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,406 miles
    Test number
    655292449943
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs wearing thin

  11. Fail80,406 miles (+2,780)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,406 miles
    Test number
    883037806018
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs wearing thin

  12. Pass77,626 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,626 miles
    Test number
    251170751557
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Minor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail77,626 miles (+4,812)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,626 miles
    Test number
    201630578758
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Minor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,814 miles (+3,457)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,814 miles
    Test number
    542395412384
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges. Att soon
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn to limit. Att soon
    • AdvisoryMovement in both front outer anti-roll bar bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner/outer edges
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered

  15. Pass69,357 miles (+4,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,357 miles
    Test number
    721102309737
    • AdvisoryExhaust system noisey/rattling
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder panels fitted

  16. Pass65,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,117 miles
    Test number
    177562278722
    • AdvisoryChild seat n/s/r.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted.

  17. Fail65,116 miles (+3,863)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,116 miles
    Test number
    756973619843
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat n/s/r.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted.

  18. Pass61,253 miles (+4,009)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,253 miles
    Test number
    689714715192
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r & o/s/r wheel arches.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail57,244 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,244 miles
    Test number
    387294034110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass57,244 miles (+3,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,244 miles
    Test number
    896554034129
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass53,603 miles (+4,696)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,603 miles
    Test number
    506305503186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass48,907 miles (+4,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    237949602134
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass44,505 miles (+2,687)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,505 miles
    Test number
    525506491090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass41,818 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,818 miles
    Test number
    402260810166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,809 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    752552319137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,714 miles
    Test number
    512443618132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,714 miles (+5,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,714 miles
    Test number
    982503818114
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass26,931 miles (+3,709)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,931 miles
    Test number
    311924217112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on edges

  29. Pass23,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,222 miles
    Test number
    111267216126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 OJM

Does Y243 OJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 OJM is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 OJM?
The MOT on Y243 OJM is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 OJM done?
Y243 OJM was recorded at 107,789 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,246 miles a year.
Has Y243 OJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 OJM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y243 OJM 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 Y243 OJM find?
Y243 OJM passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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