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Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A reliable? We analysed 1,236 real MOT tests across 237 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,236 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.4%
Typical Mileage
130,858mi
Annual Mileage
7,172mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A.

Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1

Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,662 mi/yr
Typical
7,172 mi/yr
Average
7,813 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,357 mi/yr

Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
130,858 mi
75th Percentile
152,722 mi
95th Percentile
195,333 mi
Max Recorded
1,769,055 mi

How Does the Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A THIS CAR 74.4% 1,236 130,858 mi — yrs
Mercedes Motorhome 76.7% 14,848 66,873 mi 45 yrs
Mercedes Unknown 79.2% 11,881 102,484 mi 39 yrs
Mercedes Camper 74.6% 8,342 82,260 mi 47 yrs
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Dynamic 4X4 CVT 87.5% 606 27,719 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes Motorhome (76.7% pass rate) and the Mercedes Unknown (79.2% pass rate), the Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A?

The Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 1,236 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A owner drives around 7,172 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A reliable?
Based on 1,236 MOT tests, the Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A has a 74.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A do per year?
The typical Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A does around 7,172 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes Ml 320 CDI Sport A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.