2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · SC59 AAY

The vehicle currently maintains a clean roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent pass on 5 August 2025 at 82,102 miles. The maintenance history indicates a stable trend, with the last three annual tests resulting in clear passes without any recorded defects or advisories. The brief failure on 25 February 2025 at 80,901 miles appears to be a procedural anomaly or a minor correction, as the vehicle passed a retest only eight days later on 5 March 2025 with no faults noted. With a total of 82,102 miles over 16 years, the vehicle averages approximately 5,131 miles per annum, which is significantly lower than the industry standard for a diesel SUV of this era. The mileage accumulation has remained consistent, with roughly 7,000 miles added between the March 2023 test and the August 2025 test. This pattern suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy commercial use or excessive short-trip cycles, though the low usage may indicate long periods of inactivity that can sometimes lead to seized components or perished rubber seals. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the undercarriage and suspension components, as the lack of recorded advisories in the MOT history may mask age-related degradation. You must check the air suspension struts and compressor for leaks, as these are common failure points on the ML-Class that do not always trigger an immediate test failure. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion resulting from infrequent use and verify that the parking brake mechanism operates smoothly. Given the vehicle's age, inspect the chassis for signs of structural corrosion and ensure the drivetrain exhibits no vibrations or oil leaks during a cold start, as the clean MOT record confirms legal compliance but does not guarantee the long-term health of complex mechanical systems.