2015 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.1L Diesel · ST15 JSZ

The most recent DVSA MOT, carried out on 27 August 2025, was recorded as a pass with no defects noted. The preceding three annual tests in 2024, 2023 and 2022 also returned passes and likewise reported no faults. Apart from an anomalous duplicate entry for August 2024 that lists both a pass and a fail without any defect details, the MOT history shows a consistently clean record, indicating that the vehicle has been maintained to a level that satisfies the statutory safety and emissions criteria and that there has been no observable deterioration in the areas inspected by the MOT examiner. At 140,026 miles the 2015 Mercedes‑Benz ML averages roughly 12,730 miles per year, which is well above the typical usage pattern for a premium SUV of this age. The relatively high annual mileage suggests that the power‑train, suspension components and wear items such as brake pads, discs and tyre tread have been subjected to a greater number of load cycles than a lower‑mileage counterpart. While the mileage is not excessive for a vehicle that may have been used for regular family or business travel, it does imply that consumables may be approaching the end of their service life and that any latent wear in bushings, ball joints or drivetrain bearings could become apparent under load. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the condition of the suspension and steering linkages. Inspect the front and rear suspension bushes, control arm pivots and the coil‑spring mounts for any signs of cracking, excessive play or oil seepage, and listen for clunking noises when the vehicle is driven over bumps or during hard cornering. The braking system warrants a thorough examination: check the thickness of the brake discs for any scoring or warping, verify that the pads have sufficient remaining material, and feel for any pulsation or shudder through the pedal that could indicate uneven disc wear or caliper binding. Tyre sidewalls should be examined for age‑related cracking or perishing, especially if the tyres have not been rotated regularly, and tread depth must be measured to ensure adequate grip. Given the vehicle’s age, a comprehensive check of time‑sensitive items is advisable. The 12‑volt battery should be tested for cranking amps and inspected for corrosion on the terminals, as prolonged periods of standing can reduce charge retention. All engine and transmission fluids—engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid—should be sampled for colour, viscosity and any signs of contamination, and it is prudent to replace them if service records do not confirm recent changes. Finally, request a full service history to confirm that scheduled maintenance such as timing‑chain tensioner checks, air‑filter replacements and any software updates have been performed, as these are critical to the long‑term reliability of a high‑performance V‑8 platform.