2007 Mercedes ML 3.0L Diesel · ML53 JCS
2007 Mercedes ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2007. Recorded mileage 121,033 miles. MOT expired on 07 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES ML
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,033 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML53 JCS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2025
- 121,033 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML53 JCS 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 2007 Mercedes Ml (ML53 JCS) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 October 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 (22 issues), Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 50 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 Service brake grabbing severely Brake is binding. (1.2.1 (c))”; “Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
ML53 JCS Mileage History
- 09/10/2023103,651 mi
- 09/10/2023103,651 mi
- 07/10/2024112,845 mi+9,194 mi
- 07/10/2024112,845 mi
- 06/10/2025121,033 mi+8,188 mi
Average of roughly 8,720 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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