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AE51 VAH

2001 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,605 mi
Last recorded80,605 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml100,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 80,605 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 71,970 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 57,212 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 56,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 52,138 miles

Front no. plate starting to delaminate, still legible at present

Wipers smearing slightly but clearing effectively

Pass 10 Oct 2008 45,422 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2007 40,489 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 40,489 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 34,369 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 26,307 miles

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

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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AE51 VAH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 AE51 VAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 VAH?

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What year was AE51 VAH registered?

AE51 VAH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is AE51 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VAH 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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