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A5 FLD

2001 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,571 mi
Last recorded115,571 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml100,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 FLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2014 115,571 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres 3mm.

front number plate cracked.

Pass 2 Jan 2014 115,571 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres 3mm.

front number plate cracked.

Pass 12 Jan 2013 106,931 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 97,494 miles

Front Brake Discs corroded.

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake Discs corroded.

Pass 18 Jan 2011 90,782 miles

both front and rear brake discs corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2011 90,782 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2010 82,210 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 82,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

air freshers, sat nav holder -removed

Pass 29 Dec 2008 70,670 miles

n/s rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Dec 2008 70,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

n/s rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Dec 2007 60,375 miles

front brake pads on limmit

Pass 14 Nov 2006 56,157 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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A5 FLD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A5 FLD, 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 A5 FLD registered?

A5 FLD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is A5 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 FLD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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