2013 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.1L Diesel · MA54 JKA
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Oct 2013. Recorded mileage 87,116 miles. MOT expired on 06 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,116 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA54 JKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
- 87,116 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
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MA54 JKA 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz Ml (MA54 JKA) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 November 2025 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 (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
MA54 JKA Mileage History
- 28/11/202367,935 mi
- 29/11/202367,936 mi+1 mi
- 11/10/202477,405 mi+9,469 mi
- 31/10/202586,900 mi+9,495 mi
- 07/11/202587,116 mi+216 mi
Average of roughly 9,869 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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