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Mercedes-Benz ML

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

Y3 FANMOT history

Y3 FAN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 169,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y3 FAN black Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
169,548 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 FAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 FAN was last recorded at 169,548 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,547 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,548 miles
  • 2025 – 162,698 miles
  • 2024 – 157,739 miles
  • 2023 – 155,603 miles
  • 2022 – 152,698 miles
  • 2021 – 149,145 miles
  • 2020 – 140,320 miles
  • 2019 – 122,874 miles
  • 2018 – 104,933 miles
  • 2017 – 96,800 miles
  • 2016 – 91,243 miles
  • 2015 – 77,781 miles
  • 2014 – 65,882 miles
  • 2013 – 56,060 miles
  • 2012 – 41,293 miles
  • 2011 – 28,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,548 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,548 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    169,548 miles
    Test number
    303770032481
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail169,547 miles (+6,849)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,547 miles
    Test number
    989105125372
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass162,698 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    162,698 miles
    Test number
    429161418167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,739 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    157,739 miles
    Test number
    574489458682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass155,603 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,603 miles
    Test number
    271917708851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,698 miles (+3,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,698 miles
    Test number
    341801144671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,145 miles (+8,825)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    149,145 miles
    Test number
    594209967302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass140,320 miles (+17,446)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,320 miles
    Test number
    977326024891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass122,874 miles (+17,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,874 miles
    Test number
    661528276047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,933 miles (+8,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,933 miles
    Test number
    236307430105
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge running low close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass96,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,800 miles
    Test number
    389827112986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,800 miles (+5,557)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,800 miles
    Test number
    175420242216
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass91,243 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,243 miles
    Test number
    836497754704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail91,239 miles (+13,458)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,239 miles
    Test number
    359077859913
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass77,781 miles (+11,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,781 miles
    Test number
    804204513870
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass65,882 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    249409784177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,880 miles (+9,820)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,880 miles
    Test number
    999598084191
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  18. Pass56,060 miles (+14,767)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,060 miles
    Test number
    629437983166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,293 miles (+877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,293 miles
    Test number
    778111992140
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass40,416 miles (+11,612)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,416 miles
    Test number
    269033602450
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass28,804 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,804 miles
    Test number
    227796291069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about Y3 FAN

Does Y3 FAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 FAN is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 FAN?
The MOT on Y3 FAN is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 FAN done?
Y3 FAN was recorded at 169,548 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 9,090 miles a year.
Has Y3 FAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 FAN has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y3 FAN 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 Y3 FAN find?
Y3 FAN passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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