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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,688 cc

Y878 RBRMOT history

Y878 RBR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 180,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

Y878 RBR silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2023
Mileage
180,402 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 RBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 RBR was last recorded at 180,402 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 20,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,892 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
20,510 miles
Average per year
7,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 180,402 miles
  • 2021 – 159,892 miles
  • 2020 – 157,130 miles
  • 2019 – 154,868 miles
  • 2017 – 154,711 miles
  • 2016 – 145,658 miles
  • 2015 – 140,316 miles
  • 2014 – 135,930 miles
  • 2013 – 131,677 miles
  • 2012 – 123,477 miles
  • 2011 – 116,037 miles
  • 2010 – 101,868 miles
  • 2009 – 91,376 miles
  • 2008 – 80,357 miles
  • 2007 – 70,160 miles
  • 2006 – 61,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,402 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bar end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,402 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    864575608456
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bar end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  2. Fail180,402 miles (+20,510)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    219758644822
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bar end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  3. Pass159,892 miles (+2,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,892 miles
    Test number
    753204837904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,130 miles (+2,262)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,130 miles
    Test number
    124601971892
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass154,868 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    154,868 miles
    Test number
    660053404305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,711 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    154,711 miles
    Test number
    722624496020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,708 miles (+9,050)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,708 miles
    Test number
    270602880236
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass145,658 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    145,658 miles
    Test number
    680557236556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass140,316 miles (+4,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    140,316 miles
    Test number
    508035602681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use

  10. Pass135,930 miles10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    135,930 miles
    Test number
    598676694235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail135,930 miles (+4,253)2 repaired10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,930 miles
    Test number
    699426094287
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass131,677 miles (+8,200)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    131,677 miles
    Test number
    808092813319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,477 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    123,477 miles
    Test number
    306267152356
    • NoteAir bag light on

  14. Fail123,477 miles (+7,440)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,477 miles
    Test number
    728786352369
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  15. Pass116,037 miles (+14,169)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    116,037 miles
    Test number
    289130851364
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass101,868 miles (+10,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    101,868 miles
    Test number
    301649720291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass91,376 miles (+11,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    91,376 miles
    Test number
    772224939256
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail80,357 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,357 miles
    Test number
    360440508206
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  19. Pass80,357 miles (+10,197)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    80,357 miles
    Test number
    552410908282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,160 miles (+8,309)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,160 miles
    Test number
    921819397139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    61,851 miles
    Test number
    361175296136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 RBR

Does Y878 RBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 RBR expired on 20 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 RBR?
The MOT on Y878 RBR expired on 20 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 RBR done?
Y878 RBR was recorded at 180,402 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 7,646 miles a year.
Has Y878 RBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 RBR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y878 RBR 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 Y878 RBR find?
Y878 RBR passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end of chassis; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bar end bush, and 4 more.

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