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BG02 ZHZ

2002 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,846 mi
Last recorded155,846 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz V100,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 ZHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2022 155,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis close to suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 154,909 miles

corrosion on wheel arches and panels

Fail 23 Aug 2021 154,909 miles

Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

corrosion on wheel arches and panels

Pass 27 Aug 2020 152,130 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Jun 2019 146,936 miles

Offside Front inner rack arm has play

Rear D bushes have play

Nearside Front Inner seal rusty

Nearside Front Shock absorber weeping fluid

Offside Front Inner seal rusty

Pass 20 Jun 2018 139,272 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

both front doors corroded

both front jacking points corroded

general body corrosion

Fail 18 Jun 2018 139,272 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

both front doors corroded

both front jacking points corroded

general body corrosion

Pass 12 Jun 2017 130,537 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 122,647 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

o/s/f steering arm slight play

wipers poor condition

Pass 23 Feb 2015 110,910 miles

o/s/f steering arm slight play

Pass 3 Jan 2014 101,182 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 89,550 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 79,849 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 79,849 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 73,402 miles

slight play in both front wheel

Fail 20 Oct 2009 73,402 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight play in both front wheel

Pass 18 Oct 2008 71,028 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2007 67,268 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 62,354 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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BG02 ZHZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 100,858 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG02 ZHZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG02 ZHZ registered?

BG02 ZHZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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