2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.5L Diesel · TM53 LEW
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.5L, diesel). First registered 21 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 128,614 miles. MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,614 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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TM53 LEW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/11/2024
- 128,614 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
TM53 LEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz Ml (TM53 LEW) between August 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 November 2024 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 (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
TM53 LEW Mileage History
- 13/08/2022119,479 mi
- 23/11/2023122,118 mi+2,639 mi
- 28/11/2024128,614 mi+6,496 mi
- 29/11/2024128,614 mi
Average of roughly 3,976 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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