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GN02 XUB

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

145,202 mi
Last recorded145,202 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 XUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 145,202 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Jul 2017 145,202 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 133,797 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 133,797 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears near rear (3.6.B.2c)

park brake effort 16% min 16%

Pass 14 Oct 2015 131,167 miles

engine cover fitted

oil leak

tow bar hitch missing at time of test

Fail 7 Oct 2015 131,042 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect due to headlamp lense deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect due to headlamp lense deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play drum stick (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play drum stick has bad play only just passes (2.2.B.1f)

engine cover fitted

oil leak

tow bar hitch missing at time of test

Pass 2 Oct 2014 125,762 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 116,090 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2012 105,642 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2012 105,642 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 91,840 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 86,617 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 78,972 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 69,655 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 60,136 miles

wear to front brake discs

Pass 19 Jan 2007 51,071 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 51,071 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 41,198 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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GN02 XUB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GN02 XUB, 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 GN02 XUB registered?

GN02 XUB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is GN02 XUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 XUB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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