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HK02 VLM

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

161,701 mi
Last recorded161,701 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK02 VLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 161,701 miles

Both front lower suspension arm/torsion bar bushes deteriorated

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Slight play in front and rear anti roll bar bushes

Pass 12 Jun 2018 156,191 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 148,950 miles

Rear rear spring starting to corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2016 144,100 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 135,833 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 125,810 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 115,666 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 105,093 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 94,649 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 May 2010 86,447 miles

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)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 May 2010 86,447 miles

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)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 78,843 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 71,571 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2007 59,380 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,287 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 36,252 miles

slight diff oil leak

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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HK02 VLM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HK02 VLM, 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 HK02 VLM registered?

HK02 VLM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is HK02 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK02 VLM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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