2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.7L Petrol · KX05 AKK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 May 2026 at 97,652 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows a period of stability following a series of recurring failures between 2021 and 2024. While the vehicle previously struggled with minor mechanical defects, the last three annual tests indicate that the current owner is addressing identified faults before they escalate, resulting in a clean sheet for the latest inspection. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 97,652 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 4,650 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage, for example moving from only 92,993 miles in August 2024 to 97,652 miles nearly twenty-four months later. This low mileage suggests limited wear on the engine and drivetrain, though it often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid seals rather than mechanical fatigue from distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly, as the record shows a persistent history of wear here. Anti-roll bar bushes and pins were flagged as far back as 2017 and reappeared in 2024, while track rod end ball joint covers and lower suspension arm ball joints have shown signs of deterioration or play across multiple tests between 2021 and 2022. The front brake hoses noted in 2024 should also be inspected for surface cracking or perished rubber, given the age of the vehicle. The braking system also warrants attention, specifically the parking brake efficiency which fell below requirements in February 2022. Given the low annual mileage, there is a risk that the brake discs and cylinders have suffered from corrosion or seized calipers due to long periods of inactivity. While the recent MOT results are clean, the history of perished rubber components and suspension play indicates that the vehicle's structural- integrity is susceptible to time-based decay rather than mileage-based wear.