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2009 Mercedes ML 3.0L Diesel · T6 BYV

T6 BYV

2009 Mercedes ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 164,102 miles. MOT valid until 05 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES ML
Year / Origin
2009
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 05 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
164,102 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2009
Engine
2987cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The roadworthiness of this vehicle cannot be determined as there is no available MOT history to evaluate. Without a recorded test history, it is impossible to establish a maintenance trend or verify if the vehicle meets current UK safety standards. The absence of records suggests the vehicle has either not been tested recently or the history is not registered on the DVSA database. Data regarding mileage is entirely absent, making any analysis relative to the 2009 age impossible. Without mileage figures, there is no way to calculate if the vehicle has undergone high usage or has sat stationary for extended periods. This lack of information prevents an assessment of the wear and tear on mechanical components over the life of the car. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to evaluate the structural integrity and mechanical condition of this Mercedes-Benz ML-class. Particular attention should be paid to checking for corrosion on the chassis and subframe, which is a common area of concern for this era. The state of the suspension bushes, brake components, and tyre condition needs to be verified manually, as there is no historical data to indicate past failure points or recurring faults. Buying score: 10 Risk level: Very High.

T6 BYV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
  • 164,102 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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T6 BYV Mileage History

  1. 06/12/2022129,181 mi
  2. 26/01/2024135,672 mi+6,491 mi
  3. 24/01/2025147,366 mi+11,694 mi
  4. 19/03/2026164,102 mi+16,736 mi
  5. 07/04/2026164,102 mi

Average of roughly 10,471 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

T6 BYV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 20:11
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes Ml (T6 BYV) between December 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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: “Front Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))”; “Front Prop shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.

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