2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · OY56 OMD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the latest testing data. The most recent MOT test conducted in November 2025 at 110,362 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a brief period in October 2024 where the vehicle initially failed but was immediately rectified to achieve a pass. The trend suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified faults to maintain a continuous test certificate. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded mileage of 110,362 miles represents a low annual average of roughly 5,500 miles. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with an increase of about 5,000 miles between September 2022 and October 2023, and another 14,600 miles between October 2024 and November 2025. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the age of the vehicle increases the risk of perished rubber-based parts and fluid degradation, which are not always captured by the mileage distance driven. An in-person inspection should focus on the common failure points of the Mercedes-Benz ML of this era. Given the low mileage but high age, the buyer must check for structural corrosion, particularly around the subframes and chassis mounting points where rust can accumulate regardless of distance driven. The suspension bushings and coil springs should be examined for cracking or fatigue, as age degrades these components. While recent records are clean, checking for brake caliper binding or leaking seals is necessary to ensure the braking system has not suffered from long periods of stationary use.