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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

Y28 EWEMOT history

Y28 EWE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 28 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

Y28 EWE silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
146,001 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y28 EWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y28 EWE was last recorded at 146,001 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 10,270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,731 miles · 9 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,270 miles
Average per year
6,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,001 miles
  • 2025 – 135,731 miles
  • 2024 – 123,654 miles
  • 2022 – 111,934 miles
  • 2021 – 99,634 miles
  • 2020 – 92,310 miles
  • 2019 – 86,116 miles
  • 2017 – 78,727 miles
  • 2016 – 71,361 miles
  • 2015 – 63,731 miles
  • 2014 – 55,115 miles
  • 2013 – 52,212 miles
  • 2012 – 49,587 miles
  • 2011 – 46,369 miles
  • 2010 – 43,271 miles
  • 2009 – 39,349 miles
  • 2007 – 32,692 miles
  • 2006 – 26,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,001 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leak gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,001 miles (+10,270)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    146,001 miles
    Test number
    400815616230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,731 miles (+12,077)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,731 miles
    Test number
    210944313793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,654 miles (+11,720)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,654 miles
    Test number
    891407504866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,934 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,934 miles
    Test number
    641905601327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,931 miles (+7,625)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,931 miles
    Test number
    956843246548
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass104,306 miles (+4,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    104,306 miles
    Test number
    127297914837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,634 miles
    Test number
    179290128883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail99,634 miles (+7,324)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,634 miles
    Test number
    788676161673
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,310 miles
    Test number
    538005813142
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside both perished (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail92,310 miles (+6,194)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,310 miles
    Test number
    165615924625
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the left. both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside both perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass86,116 miles (+7,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,116 miles
    Test number
    708852546117
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass78,727 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,727 miles
    Test number
    752065657861
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox area
    • AdvisoryOil filler cap missing

  13. Fail78,672 miles (+7,311)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,672 miles
    Test number
    643707672468
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake flexy not fitted it to rubber fitting but secure not chafing?
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer boot had grease on it but no visible hole (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox area

  14. Pass71,361 miles (+7,630)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    889302012263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,731 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,731 miles
    Test number
    621771982294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,669 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,669 miles
    Test number
    959016535034
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Fail59,669 miles (+4,554)1 dangerous1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,669 miles
    Test number
    536145535061
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail55,115 miles4 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,115 miles
    Test number
    219729024097
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet catch siezed
    • NoteFront bumper damaged nsf mudflap insecure osf door trim insecure

  19. Pass55,115 miles (+2,903)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,115 miles
    Test number
    728619524099
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet catch siezed
    • NoteFront bumper damaged nsf mudflap insecure osf door trim insecure

  20. Pass52,212 miles (+2,625)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,212 miles
    Test number
    688699523093
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass49,587 miles (+3,218)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    49,587 miles
    Test number
    476990732021
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn

  22. Pass46,369 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,369 miles
    Test number
    197002131013
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail46,369 miles (+3,098)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,369 miles
    Test number
    939902631079
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass43,271 miles (+3,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,271 miles
    Test number
    521252530049
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass39,349 miles (+6,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,349 miles
    Test number
    910400039060
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,692 miles (+6,264)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    724510667253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,428 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    251747426231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres on 3mm

Questions about Y28 EWE

Does Y28 EWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y28 EWE is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y28 EWE?
The MOT on Y28 EWE is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y28 EWE done?
Y28 EWE was recorded at 146,001 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,122 miles a year.
Has Y28 EWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y28 EWE has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y28 EWE 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 Y28 EWE find?
Y28 EWE passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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