2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · BJ55 FWD
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2005. Recorded mileage 119,145 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,145 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2987cc
BJ55 FWD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2025
- 119,145 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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BJ55 FWD Mileage History
- 23/11/2023115,607 mi
- 06/12/2023115,636 mi+29 mi
- 24/03/2025119,127 mi+3,491 mi
- 01/04/2025119,143 mi+16 mi
- 07/04/2025119,145 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,580 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BJ55 FWD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Ml (BJ55 FWD) between November 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2025 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: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
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