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DG53 FKY

2003 Mercedes Ml

Grey Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,567 mi
Last recorded120,567 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Ml98,397 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 FKY
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2013 120,567 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 120,567 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 113,086 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 103,732 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 103,732 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 95,919 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 85,698 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 73,674 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,464 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Stop lamp not working 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 45
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DG53 FKY is a 2003 Mercedes Ml in Grey with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 98,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG53 FKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Ml is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG53 FKY registered?

DG53 FKY is a 2003 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is DG53 FKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 FKY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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