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HD52 BUU

2003 Mercedes Ml

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,311 mi
Last recorded105,311 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Ml98,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 BUU
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2012 105,311 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 90,814 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 85,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

slight play in bottom ball joints

Pass 13 Oct 2009 74,776 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 67,422 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 67,422 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 53,321 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 42,188 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 42,185 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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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HD52 BUU is a 2003 Mercedes Ml in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol 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 HD52 BUU, 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 HD52 BUU registered?

HD52 BUU is a 2003 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is HD52 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD52 BUU 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.

Does HD52 BUU have outstanding finance?

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