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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes ML. Check any ML by registration number below.

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82.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+5.1%

vs Mercedes Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes ML — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes ML has an average MOT pass rate of 82.8%, which is 5.1 percentage points above the Mercedes brand average of 77.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the ML is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mercedes ML, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes ML performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 33 vehicles

97.0%Excellent
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.8%

2008

Based on 56 vehicles

80.4%Good
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

12.5%

2007

Based on 85 vehicles

81.2%Good
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

15.7%

2006

Based on 72 vehicles

75.0%Good
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

13.3%

0

Based on 128 vehicles

80.5%Good
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Mileage at 5yr

127k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

3.0%

Mercedes ML — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes ML MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes ML?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes ML is 82.8% compared to the Mercedes average of 77.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes ML?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes ML reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.8%, the Mercedes ML is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes ML?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes ML?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes ML: 126,596 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used ML to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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