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GF51 ZJE

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,913 mi
Last recorded163,913 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 ZJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 163,913 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 153,129 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 142,078 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 142,064 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 131,366 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 131,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 119,593 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 108,188 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 97,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2009 97,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

offside mirror glass cracked

Pass 3 Sep 2008 88,910 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 80,256 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 74,313 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 58,431 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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GF51 ZJE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF51 ZJE, 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 GF51 ZJE?

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What year was GF51 ZJE registered?

GF51 ZJE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is GF51 ZJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 ZJE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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