Mercedes Benz Ml (2007)
2007 Mercedes Benz Ml
CarHunch analysed 4,647 real MOT records for the 2007 Mercedes Benz Ml. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML passes its MOT at 80.1%, matching the UK average, but nearly 36% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—well above typical concern levels and a material buyer risk. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 82.9% pass rate versus 79.9% for the much more common diesel, though both deserve caution.
At 89,000 miles median, these cars are reasonably maintained for their age, but they average 3.3 failures and 19.1 advisories per test, suggesting deferred maintenance is common and repair costs will add up quickly. If you're considering this model, have a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes specialist focus on suspension, electronics, and fluid leaks—the advisory count signals neglected preventive care is the norm for this generation.
What to check before buying a 2007 Mercedes Benz Ml
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 35.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (94%) | 4,349 | 79.9% | 3.35 |
| Petrol (6%) | 298 | 82.9% | 2.55 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Mercedes Benz Ml vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Mercedes Benz Ml vehicles fall between 72,660 and 105,434 miles.
2007 Mercedes Benz Ml — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 1,618 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (40% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Mercedes Benz Ml
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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108.9%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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46.9%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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44.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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43.6%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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41%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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38.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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37.4%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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37.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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