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A4 ETC

1999 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,463 mi
Last recorded72,463 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Ml103,243 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 ETC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 72,463 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both outer sills and under wheel arches covered

Pass 14 May 2013 68,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2012 63,337 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 58,321 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 54,359 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 54,353 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 11 May 2009 51,182 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 49,578 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 47,670 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 45,704 miles

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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A4 ETC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 103,243 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A4 ETC, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 ETC registered?

A4 ETC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is A4 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 ETC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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