2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · SP56 LWU
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 06 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 117,772 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,772 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP56 LWU Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 117,772 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP56 LWU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Ml (SP56 LWU) between October 2009 and November 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (20 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 40 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: “Offside Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected Rod (5.3.5 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected Rod (5.3.5 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))”.
SP56 LWU Mileage History
- 01/10/200919,287 mi
- 04/10/201026,726 mi+7,439 mi
- 05/10/201132,798 mi+6,072 mi
- 22/09/201239,020 mi+6,222 mi
- 01/10/201344,883 mi+5,863 mi
- 01/10/201449,267 mi+4,384 mi
- 17/09/201557,356 mi+8,089 mi
- 18/09/201557,357 mi+1 mi
- 27/09/201662,048 mi+4,691 mi
- 28/09/201768,909 mi+6,861 mi
- 13/10/201876,310 mi+7,401 mi
- 13/10/201876,311 mi+1 mi
- 10/10/201984,624 mi+8,313 mi
- 11/10/201984,689 mi+65 mi
- 17/10/202088,733 mi+4,044 mi
- 26/10/202088,734 mi+1 mi
- 08/10/202193,103 mi+4,369 mi
- 12/10/202193,104 mi+1 mi
- 17/10/2022101,845 mi+8,741 mi
- 10/10/2023106,203 mi+4,358 mi
- 03/12/2024108,414 mi+2,211 mi
- 27/11/2025117,772 mi+9,358 mi
Average of roughly 6,096 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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