The road tax status for LA51 SOE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for LA51 SOE?

The MOT for LA51 SOE is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of LA51 SOE?

The recorded mileage for LA51 SOE is 169,587 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is LA51 SOE ULEZ compliant?

No, LA51 SOE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2002 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.7L Diesel · LA51 SOE

LA51 SOE

2002 Mercedes-Benz ML (2.7L, diesel). First registered 11/02/2002. Recorded mileage 169,587 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ ML
Year / Origin: 2002 · Stanmore (North London)
MOT Status: Valid until 22/01/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 169,587 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 22/01/2027

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Mileage: 169,587 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2002
Engine: 2688cc

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LA51 SOE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
169,587 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 5 dangerous defects found recently

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LA51 SOE Mileage History

17/05/2024154,450 mi
22/05/2024154,461 mi+11 mi
06/10/2025169,473 mi+15,012 mi
19/01/2026169,578 mi+105 mi
23/01/2026169,587 mi+9 mi

Average of roughly 8,974 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LA51 SOE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 04:32

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz Ml (LA51 SOE) between May 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Fuel system component leaking fuel leak coming from the engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken.... (0.1 (d))”.

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