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AD53 VRX

2004 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,310 mi
Last recorded106,310 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Ml91,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 VRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 106,310 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 106,293 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 94,894 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 84,054 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 84,045 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight bind o/s rear brake

Pass 29 Jan 2010 73,073 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 62,620 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 62,609 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 51,364 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 39,409 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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AD53 VRX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 91,237 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 AD53 VRX, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD53 VRX registered?

AD53 VRX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is AD53 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 VRX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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