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Mercedes-Benz ML

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

Y3 CAAMOT history

Y3 CAA is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

Y3 CAA red Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
113,127 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 CAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 CAA was last recorded at 113,127 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 6,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2007: 29,359 miles, lower than 29,373 miles on 1 Jun 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,023 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,104 miles
Average per year
4,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,127 miles
  • 2025 – 107,023 miles
  • 2024 – 93,883 miles
  • 2023 – 74,175 miles
  • 2022 – 71,368 miles
  • 2021 – 66,409 miles
  • 2020 – 62,622 miles
  • 2019 – 59,360 miles
  • 2018 – 54,890 miles
  • 2017 – 52,056 miles
  • 2016 – 49,127 miles
  • 2015 – 46,334 miles
  • 2014 – 44,899 miles
  • 2013 – 42,571 miles
  • 2012 – 41,218 miles
  • 2011 – 39,371 miles
  • 2010 – 37,627 miles
  • 2009 – 35,634 miles
  • 2008 – 32,792 miles
  • 2007 – 29,359 miles
  • 2006 – 29,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,127 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,127 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    113,127 miles
    Test number
    512057692803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,023 miles (+13,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,023 miles
    Test number
    752757263242
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion Front-Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake back plates both side Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,883 miles (+19,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    189458990775
    • AdvisoryEngine oil slightly leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  4. Pass74,175 miles (+2,807)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,175 miles
    Test number
    177442707340
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,368 miles (+4,959)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,368 miles
    Test number
    606746624234
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass66,409 miles (+3,787)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,409 miles
    Test number
    230127270727
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,622 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    62,622 miles
    Test number
    246335831560
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail62,615 miles (+3,255)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,615 miles
    Test number
    901157535556
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass59,360 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    59,360 miles
    Test number
    519738991985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,890 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,890 miles
    Test number
    465716844568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,056 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,056 miles
    Test number
    203583960567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,127 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,127 miles
    Test number
    438558382839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,334 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,334 miles
    Test number
    229802755129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,899 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    44,899 miles
    Test number
    727878144107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,571 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,571 miles
    Test number
    369764443141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,218 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    41,218 miles
    Test number
    278953252131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,371 miles
    Test number
    868177841190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,371 miles (+1,744)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,371 miles
    Test number
    968557341149
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,627 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    632763150128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,634 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,634 miles
    Test number
    430078049146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,792 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,792 miles
    Test number
    623481958178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,359 miles (-14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,359 miles
    Test number
    231242057172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,373 miles
    Test number
    350032256183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 CAA

Does Y3 CAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 CAA is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 CAA?
The MOT on Y3 CAA is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 CAA done?
Y3 CAA was recorded at 113,127 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,162 miles a year.
Has Y3 CAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 CAA has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on Y3 CAA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y3 CAA find?
Y3 CAA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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