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KW51 GZV

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,444 mi
Last recorded93,444 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW51 GZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 93,444 miles

both headlamp light outputs slightly reduced due to headlamp lenses deteriorating

both offside indicator bulbs starting to emit white light

corrosion on rear brake pipes

engine oil leaks evident

exhaust tailpipe mount broken but system still adequately supported

front wiper blades just starting to smear screen

rear number plate starting to delaminate

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

slight play in front antiroll bar outer bushes

Fail 30 Mar 2015 93,444 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

both headlamp light outputs slightly reduced due to headlamp lenses deteriorating

both offside indicator bulbs starting to emit white light

brake fluid level low

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

corrosion on rear brake pipes

engine oil leaks evident

exhaust tailpipe mount broken but system still adequately supported

front brake discs worn and lipped and pads low

front wiper blades just starting to smear screen

rear number plate starting to delaminate

slight corrosion on rear brake discs and pads low

slight play in front antiroll bar outer bushes

Pass 11 Mar 2014 91,205 miles

both headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate

both offside indicator bulbs starting to emit white light

front and rear brake discs and pads worn

front wipers smeary

rear number plate starting to delaminate

slight corrosion on rear brake pipes

slight oil stains on engine

Pass 8 Apr 2013 88,712 miles

both offside indicators starting to emit white light(strong advise)

front brake discs worn and lipped and pads getting low

front wipers starting to smear screen(strong advise)

nearside lower sill damaged due to being jacked up incorrectly

offside door mirror glass deteriorating but still providing view to rear(strong advise)

rear number plate starting to delaminate

slight engine oil leaks evident

Pass 3 Apr 2012 82,613 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

fluid around steering rack

Fail 3 Apr 2012 82,613 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

cut in nearside front tyre and tyre worn close to legal limit

fluid around steering rack

Pass 8 Apr 2011 78,837 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 78,808 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 68,274 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 68,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 52,217 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 52,205 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 40,149 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 36,892 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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KW51 GZV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KW51 GZV, 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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KW51 GZV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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