DVLA verified

2002 MERCEDES-BENZ ML5.4L Petrol

DG51 AMG

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 164,574 miles recorded, this Silver 2002 MERCEDES-BENZ ML runs on Petrol with a 5439cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT

Expired

Expires 14/08/2026

Tax

SORN

Statutory Off Road Notification

£8.99

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Mileage: 164,574
Fuel: Petrol
Year: 2002
Engine: 5439cc

Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

/ 100 · Below Average

DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Below Average.

This score reflects past DVSA test passes and advisory frequency. However, it does not check if the car has £15,000 of unpaid finance, an insurance write-off marker, or a police theft report.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Full History Report

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Jul 2026, 02:57

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mercedes-Benz Ml (DG51 AMG) from 2002 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2021 and August 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mercedes-Benz has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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PASS

FAIL

ADVISORY

Buyer's Guide

AI-powered analysis based on real MOT data and market insights.

Buying Score

35/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£4,000-£5,000

Mileage

The mileage of 164,574 miles is signific...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution. While the V8 Mercedes offers luxury, this vehicle shows a history of significant structural rust and mechanical neglect that makes it a high-risk purchase.

When inspecting this ML, you must prioritize a thorough underside check. The MOT history explicitly mentions 'excessive corrosion' near the towbar mounting and recurring rust on the rear suspension components. Check if the rust is surface deep or structural, as structural repairs on a vehicle of this age can be costly.

Examine the steering and suspension thoroughly. The history shows multiple failed ball joints, steering rack gaiters, and anti-roll bar bushes. Ensure there is a comprehensive service history, particularly for the 5.4L V8 engine, as oil leaks have been noted in both 2022 and 2024 tests.

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