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JW53 STS

2014 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,803 mi
Last recorded85,803 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Ml61,575 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW53 STS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 85,803 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 79,050 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 68,334 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 60,941 miles

Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Fail 7 Dec 2022 60,941 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edge

Pass 7 Dec 2021 54,740 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 43,923 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 37,892 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 30,244 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 30,197 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre has puncture repair close to sidewall

Offside Rear tyre has split in tread

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2017 20,048 miles

UNDER SHEILDS + ENGINE COVERS FITTED.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Ml?

Based on 1,172,506 MOT tests across 81,226 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
81,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,032
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22,074
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,608
Registration plate lamp not working 19,483
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JW53 STS is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 61,575 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Ml fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 27,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JW53 STS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JW53 STS registered?

JW53 STS is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 December 2014.

Is JW53 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for JW53 STS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JW53 STS have outstanding finance?

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