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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,266 cc

Y249 BWNMOT history

Y249 BWN is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

Y249 BWN blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
86,867 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 BWN was last recorded at 86,867 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,846 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
2,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,867 miles
  • 2024 – 84,297 miles
  • 2023 – 80,838 miles
  • 2022 – 80,815 miles
  • 2021 – 80,262 miles
  • 2020 – 79,012 miles
  • 2019 – 75,560 miles
  • 2018 – 70,702 miles
  • 2017 – 67,338 miles
  • 2016 – 64,576 miles
  • 2015 – 61,816 miles
  • 2014 – 60,029 miles
  • 2013 – 58,583 miles
  • 2012 – 56,483 miles
  • 2011 – 54,379 miles
  • 2010 – 49,923 miles
  • 2009 – 44,551 miles
  • 2008 – 39,001 miles
  • 2007 – 33,140 miles
  • 2006 – 28,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,867 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belts not tested

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 oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,867 miles (+21)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    86,867 miles
    Test number
    807912772379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belts not tested

  2. Fail86,846 miles (+2,549)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,846 miles
    Test number
    667179339078
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to faults listed (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belts not tested due to dog cage fitted

  3. Pass84,297 miles (+60)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    84,297 miles
    Test number
    429069948036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail84,237 miles (+3,399)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,237 miles
    Test number
    944327701654
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass80,838 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,838 miles
    Test number
    146843918198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,815 miles (+553)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,815 miles
    Test number
    481672941082
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe & suspension components show signs of surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWashers show signs of weakness

  7. Pass80,262 miles (+1,250)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    80,262 miles
    Test number
    623289744735
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer head light lenses misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen washers weak
    • AdvisoryShowing signs of surface rust on under side of vehicle and on rear lower subframe

  8. Pass79,012 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,012 miles
    Test number
    145703260374
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear diff seal shows signs of leaking
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame shows signs of surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail79,012 miles (+3,452)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,012 miles
    Test number
    194021216280
    • MajorFront Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn N/S/F & O/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn N/S/F & O/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear diff seal shows signs of leaking
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame shows signs of surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass75,560 miles (+4,858)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,560 miles
    Test number
    435541735081
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen washer not working
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear rear handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels
    • AdvisoryFoot brake showing slightly more travel
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass70,702 miles (+3,364)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,702 miles
    Test number
    515664341678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Pass67,338 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,338 miles
    Test number
    646470155369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Fail67,338 miles (+2,762)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,338 miles
    Test number
    529669968688
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both n/s o/s (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Pass64,576 miles (+2,760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,576 miles
    Test number
    824165021188
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe over front axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront engine oil leak

  15. Pass61,816 miles (+1,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    567754705112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass60,029 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    275525204415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail60,026 miles (+1,443)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    836131104177
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass58,583 miles (+2,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,583 miles
    Test number
    749901303105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass56,483 miles (+2,104)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,483 miles
    Test number
    775016292010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r seatbelt due to child seat

  20. Pass54,379 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,379 miles
    Test number
    577629901143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,923 miles (+5,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,923 miles
    Test number
    903292660070
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  22. Pass44,551 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,551 miles
    Test number
    443710089008
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail44,545 miles (+5,544)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,545 miles
    Test number
    711642979028
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  24. Pass39,001 miles (+5,861)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,001 miles
    Test number
    113060188482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,140 miles (+4,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    172721377018
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass28,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,905 miles
    Test number
    892088566077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y249 BWN

Does Y249 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y249 BWN is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y249 BWN?
The MOT on Y249 BWN is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y249 BWN done?
Y249 BWN was recorded at 86,867 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,899 miles a year.
Has Y249 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 BWN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y249 BWN 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 Y249 BWN find?
Y249 BWN passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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