How reliable is the Mercedes Benz Ml?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Mercedes Benz Ml consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 12,573 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 86.4%.
Mercedes Benz Ml reliability by year
How the Mercedes Benz Ml performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 68.2% | – |
| 2000 | 67.2% | – |
| 2001 | 71.7% | – |
| 2002 | 71.2% | – |
| 2003 | 66.3% | – |
| 2004 | 66.4% | – |
| 2005 | 69% | – |
| 2006 | 76.1% | – |
| 2007 | 75.9% | – |
| 2008 | 76.3% | – |
| 2009 | 76.1% | – |
| 2010 | 77% | – |
| 2011 | 77.1% | – |
| 2012 | 83.8% | – |
| 2013 | 86.4% | – |
| 2014 | 86.1% | – |
| 2015 | 87.6% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Mercedes Benz Ml as a model. The reliability of any individual Mercedes Benz Ml also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes Benz Ml reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Mercedes Benz Ml consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 86%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Mercedes Benz Ml?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.1% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1% of inspections); Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (0.9% of inspections); A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.8% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (0.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Mercedes Benz Ml?
For a typical Mercedes Benz Ml, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and 146,876 km at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Mercedes Benz Ml before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.