2003 Mercedes ML 2.7L Diesel · FT03 FTU
2003 Mercedes ML (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2003. Recorded mileage 155,532 miles. MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES ML
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,532 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FT03 FTU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 155,532 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT03 FTU 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 2003 Mercedes Ml (FT03 FTU) between October 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
FT03 FTU Mileage History
- 12/10/2023153,508 mi
- 25/10/2024154,286 mi+778 mi
- 06/11/2024154,308 mi+22 mi
- 17/03/2026155,517 mi+1,209 mi
- 24/03/2026155,532 mi+15 mi
Average of roughly 827 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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