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V99 ARA

2006 Mercedes Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

231,437 mi
Last recorded231,437 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes Ml85,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV99 ARA
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 231,437 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 226,818 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 223,727 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 210,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose insecure

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose insecure

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear parking brake cables corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 210,942 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose insecure

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose insecure

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear parking brake cables corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 209,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose insecure

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose insecure

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear parking brake cables corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2022 181,531 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 181,531 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing stuck under seats (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 174,801 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 170,986 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 159,113 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 150,328 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 149,331 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 138,712 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 129,848 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 119,897 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 110,548 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 108,408 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 95,539 miles

(3) Both rear tyres worn close to limit.

Pass 12 Aug 2009 75,129 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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V99 ARA is a 2006 Mercedes Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V99 ARA, 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.

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What year was V99 ARA registered?

V99 ARA is a 2006 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is V99 ARA safe to buy?

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