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FV02 PVO

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,868 mi
Last recorded162,868 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 PVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 162,868 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 162,866 miles

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

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

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 155,382 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 140,464 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 138,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

front to rear brake pipes begining to corrode in places

rear suspension components corroded

rear tyre treads wearing low

Pass 13 Jul 2012 136,020 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 136,020 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 128,636 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 119,841 miles

1 washer jet inop

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

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 16 Jul 2009 113,808 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 113,808 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 104,702 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 98,978 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 98,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 88,765 miles

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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FV02 PVO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FV02 PVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV02 PVO?

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What year was FV02 PVO registered?

FV02 PVO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is FV02 PVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 PVO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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