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JM53 OSS

2006 Mercedes Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Mercedes Ml85,567 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM53 OSS
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component STEERING ARM (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering arm (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022

Brake wear indicator on but all pads good.

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 138,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 138,178 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 182,304 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 113,042 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 113,042 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 109,181 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

near side front brake caliper spring missing

Fail 17 Dec 2014 109,178 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side front brake caliper spring missing

Pass 20 Dec 2013 102,138 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 85,425 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 65,681 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 56,100 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 52,067 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Stop lamp not working 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 45
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JM53 OSS is a 2006 Mercedes Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 85,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JM53 OSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JM53 OSS registered?

JM53 OSS is a 2006 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is JM53 OSS safe to buy?

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