Official DVLA Record

2003 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.7L Diesel · FN53 FAK

FN53 FAK

2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (2.7L, diesel). First registered 24/09/2003. Recorded mileage 122,163 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ ML
Year / Origin
2003 · Nottingham
MOT Status
Valid until 04/02/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
122,163 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2003
Engine
2685cc

FN53 FAK Key Findings

  • 20 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2025
  • 122,163 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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FN53 FAK Mileage History

  1. 06/09/200645,913 mi
  2. 13/10/200755,857 mi+9,944 mi
  3. 17/10/200756,050 mi+193 mi
  4. 18/12/200863,267 mi+7,217 mi
  5. 14/12/200970,108 mi+6,841 mi
  6. 01/01/201175,019 mi+4,911 mi
  7. 30/12/201179,951 mi+4,932 mi
  8. 14/12/201283,665 mi+3,714 mi
  9. 20/12/201386,686 mi+3,021 mi
  10. 20/12/201489,716 mi+3,030 mi
  11. 10/12/201592,791 mi+3,075 mi
  12. 12/12/201697,542 mi+4,751 mi
  13. 09/12/2017101,832 mi+4,290 mi
  14. 07/12/2018105,479 mi+3,647 mi
  15. 07/12/2019109,218 mi+3,739 mi
  16. 17/12/2020112,464 mi+3,246 mi
  17. 08/12/2021116,379 mi+3,915 mi
  18. 02/12/2022120,242 mi+3,863 mi
  19. 02/01/2024121,681 mi+1,439 mi
  20. 05/02/2025122,163 mi+482 mi

Average of roughly 4,140 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

FN53 FAK MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 21:41
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Ml (FN53 FAK) between September 2006 and February 2025.

The record contains 19 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”.

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