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DF52 EAE

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,530 mi
Last recorded134,530 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 EAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 134,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing from outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 124,963 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 124,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 117,096 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Aug 2017 117,096 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 105,113 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 105,113 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 96,183 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 96,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 89,562 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 89,562 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 84,459 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 84,459 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 70,675 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Aug 2011 59,694 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 59,694 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 56,782 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 46,872 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 31,548 miles

DUE TO CHILD SEATS FITTED BOTH REAR OUTER SEAT BELTS MINOR INSPECTION DONE

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 31,548 miles

DUE TO CHILD SEATS FITTED BOTH REAR OUTER SEAT BELTS MINOR INSPECTION DONE

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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DF52 EAE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 94,474 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 DF52 EAE, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of DF52 EAE?

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What year was DF52 EAE registered?

DF52 EAE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is DF52 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 EAE shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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