2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · LK55 OXH
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 161,126 miles. MOT expired on 27 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,126 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LK55 OXH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/05/2025
- 161,126 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LK55 OXH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Ml (LK55 OXH) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
LK55 OXH Mileage History
- 14/04/2022150,477 mi
- 24/04/2023156,733 mi+6,256 mi
- 10/04/2024157,599 mi+866 mi
- 27/05/2025161,126 mi+3,527 mi
Average of roughly 3,415 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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