2015 MERCEDES-BENZ ML3.0L DIESEL

The most recent MOT on 2026-01-20 shows both a passed and failed outcome for the same vehicle, recorded at 214,184 miles. The passed test lists an oil leak (non-excessive, with undertrays fitted), a loose rear exhaust heat shield, tyres worn close to legal limits, and multiple wheel weld repairs. The failed test repeats these issues but adds headlamp aim faults (both front lamps too high). These findings indicate unresolved mechanical and safety concerns, with the vehicle failing due to headlamp alignment and tyre wear. Recurring issues include tyre wear , wheel damage (weld repairs) , and exhaust component faults . The nearside front and rear wheels have multiple weld repairs, suggesting prior structural damage, possibly from impacts or corrosion. Tyres on the offside rear are worn to the legal limit, with edge damage, raising safety risks. The exhaust heat shield remains loose, which could indicate ongoing neglect or vibration-related wear. The trend shows no clear worsening in critical areas, as previous MOTs (2024–2025) were clean. However, the 2023 MOT noted minor brake disc wear (not excessive) and a damaged windscreen, which were not repeated in later tests.