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894 ENG

2001 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

31,715 mi
Last recorded31,715 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml100,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration894 ENG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 31,715 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

plastic side skirts and under side trims fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2020 31,715 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH LAMPS (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative leveling link arm broken (4.1.5 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

plastic side skirts and under side trims fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2019 26,639 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various corrosion appearing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 24,184 miles

all tyres have age cracks appearing

corrosion appearing in places on body and chassis

Fail 20 Feb 2018 24,179 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres have age cracks appearing

corrosion appearing in places on chassis and body

Pass 30 Jan 2017 24,013 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 23,055 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 22,681 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 22,681 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 22,338 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 21,493 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2012 21,493 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 20,037 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 19,078 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

corrosion just starting under vehicle

n/s/r seat belt slow to return

o/s/f door mirror loose on mountings

Fail 20 Nov 2008 18,085 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all brake discs surface rust

brake pedal travel and slightly spoungy

front wiper blades smeary

slight flexing on steering rack mounting rubbers

slight runout rear brakes

underside of vehicle surface rust

washer fluid level low

Pass 20 Nov 2008 18,085 miles

all brake discs surface rust

brake pedal travel and slightly spoungy

front wiper blades smeary

slight flexing on steering rack mounting rubbers

slight runout rear brakes

underside of vehicle surface rust

washer fluid level low

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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894 ENG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 100,132 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 894 ENG, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 894 ENG registered?

894 ENG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is 894 ENG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 894 ENG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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