2002 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.7L Diesel · RV02 AVO

The vehicle appears mechanically stable based on the available data, though the MOT history is significantly outdated. The most recent test on 2 August 2022 at 129,746 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Because there are no entries for 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026, the car has been without a valid MOT for nearly four years. This gap makes it impossible to verify the current roadworthiness or identify any degradation that has occurred since the last inspection. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,406 miles per year. Between April 2019 and August 2022, the odometer moved from 122,768 to 129,746 miles, showing a steady but light usage pattern of approximately 1,750 miles per year during that period. The lack of mileage growth since August 2022 suggests the vehicle has been stationary for a prolonged duration. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection for issues common to vehicles that have sat idle. Long periods of inactivity often lead to seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and degraded rubber suspension bushes. The absence of recorded defects across the 2019 to 2022 tests is positive, but it does not account for the current state of the fluids or the battery. Special attention should be paid to the chassis and underbody for corrosion, as structural rust often progresses while a car is stored. The buyer should check for signs of moisture ingress in the cabin and verify that the engine starts and idles smoothly after its long dormancy. A full mechanical service is essential to address any oil degradation or fuel system stagnation before the vehicle returns to regular road use.