MERCEDES-BENZ ML2010 · 3.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistently clean record over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 17 November 2025 at 136,627 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This streak of perfect passes suggests a stable maintenance regime where the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical wear and minor issues before they could escalate into MOT failures or formal advisories. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Between October 2021 at 110,669 miles and November 2025 at 136,627 miles, the car covered roughly 26,000 miles, maintaining a steady interval of about 6,500 miles between tests. This regularity indicates the vehicle has been used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals, gaskets, and preventing the degradation of rubber components associated with inactivity. Despite the lack of recorded advisories, a buyer must still perform a physical inspection of common failure points for this model and age. Given the age and mileage, the front control arm bushes and shock absorbers should be checked for signs of tearing or oil leakage. The chassis should also be inspected for structural corrosion, particularly around the subframes and mounting points, as the MOT test only flags rust once it reaches a legal threshold of deformation. Testing the brake system for binding calipers or uneven disc wear is also a prudent step, even with a vehicle that passed its recent tests without comment.