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2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 6.2L Petrol · BS 2200

BS 2200

2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (6.2L, petrol). First registered 16 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 141,802 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ ML
Year / Origin
2006 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
141,802 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 6.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
6208cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in its most recent test in November 2025 at 141,802 miles. This result indicates that any previous mechanical or safety-related issues have been addressed. While the history shows a failure in late 2024, the immediate retest just four days later at the same mileage suggests a minor defect quickly rectified, implying the owner is proactive in rectifying faults rather than allowing the vehicle to remain grounded. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of twenty years' age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between October 2022 and November 2023, the vehicle covered 3,390 miles, representing a period of lower usage. However, the jump of 5,153 miles between November 2023 and December 2024 shows a slight increase in activity. This steady interval suggests the car is used regularly enough to prevent excessive stagnation, which often benefits rubber seals and brake components, though the overall mileage remains moderate for the era. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and the suspension components, given the age and model of this Mercedes-Benz. Although the MOT records show no current advisories, older vehicles of this generation are prone to corrosion on the subframe and wish arm bushes. Check for signs of mounting rust on the chassis and wear on the coil springs, as these are the first points of failure on high-mile SUVs. The clean recent history suggests the braking and exhaust systems are currently in good order, but a manual check of brake calipers for fluid leaks remains necessary to ensure no new issues have developed since the last November test.
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BS 2200 Key Findings

  • 23 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
  • 141,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BS 2200 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Nov 2026, 12:59
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Ml (BS 2200) between October 2009 and November 2025.

The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 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: “Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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ADVISORY

BS 2200 Mileage History

  1. 30/10/200921,306 mi
  2. 16/11/200921,841 mi+535 mi
  3. 22/09/201029,399 mi+7,558 mi
  4. 11/02/201133,827 mi+4,428 mi
  5. 17/02/201246,858 mi+13,031 mi
  6. 17/02/201246,859 mi+1 mi
  7. 16/02/201356,806 mi+9,947 mi
  8. 18/09/201359,042 mi+2,236 mi
  9. 25/08/201467,432 mi+8,390 mi
  10. 23/09/201578,181 mi+10,749 mi
  11. 24/09/201578,181 mi
  12. 14/09/201688,799 mi+10,618 mi
  13. 16/09/201688,799 mi
  14. 26/09/201796,640 mi+7,841 mi
  15. 27/09/2018110,100 mi+13,460 mi
  16. 17/10/2018110,105 mi+5 mi
  17. 17/09/2019115,113 mi+5,008 mi
  18. 05/11/2020122,166 mi+7,053 mi
  19. 13/10/2022128,713 mi+6,547 mi
  20. 07/11/2023132,103 mi+3,390 mi
  21. 29/11/2024137,256 mi+5,153 mi
  22. 03/12/2024137,256 mi
  23. 27/11/2025141,802 mi+4,546 mi

Average of roughly 7,495 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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