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HJ55 XDS

2005 Mercedes Ml

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,681 mi
Last recorded128,681 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Ml95,503 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 XDS
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 128,681 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 124,999 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 124,999 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 115,778 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 115,778 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 108,719 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 99,731 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2015 99,718 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2014 93,294 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 92,394 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

all tyres perishing

engine management light on

Pass 30 Apr 2013 79,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2012 71,937 miles

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

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

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

screw in n/s/r tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2011 64,109 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 61,748 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 50,168 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 39,145 miles

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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HJ55 XDS is a 2005 Mercedes Ml in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 95,503 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 HJ55 XDS, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ55 XDS registered?

HJ55 XDS is a 2005 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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