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FB51 ATK

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,037 mi
Last recorded101,037 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 ATK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 101,037 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 95,406 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 95,406 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 88,797 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

advise both front head lamps have condensaion in them

advise dust covers covered in grease

Fail 4 Jul 2012 88,731 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

center stop light inop

Pass 31 May 2011 75,541 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 48,483 miles

n/s track rod end boot split

Fail 26 Feb 2009 48,483 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s track rod end boot split

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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FB51 ATK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FB51 ATK, 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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What year was FB51 ATK registered?

FB51 ATK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is FB51 ATK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB51 ATK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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