2005 Mercedes ML 2.7L Diesel · P12 LAF
2005 Mercedes ML (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 194,044 miles. MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES ML
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,044 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P12 LAF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2024
- 194,044 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P12 LAF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes Ml (P12 LAF) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
P12 LAF Mileage History
- 14/03/2022175,318 mi
- 15/03/2023184,715 mi+9,397 mi
- 13/03/2024194,044 mi+9,329 mi
Average of roughly 9,369 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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