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LA02 YSU

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

124,223 mi
Last recorded124,223 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 YSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 124,223 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 115,868 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 108,245 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 102,652 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 100,340 miles

Nearside Front headlight tarnished

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 98,992 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

underbody general corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2017 96,673 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 89,081 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)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 89,056 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres tapering on the inner edge

brake fluid contaminated

front & rear brake discs worn

nail in the nearside rear tyre

offside wiper smearing

Pass 9 Apr 2015 84,655 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

front & rear brake discs worn

Fail 1 Mar 2014 79,660 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Parking brake value just passed test, recomend investigation

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear boot seats in down position, luggage in boot, could not inspect adult seat belts thoroughly

Pass 1 Mar 2014 79,660 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake value just passed test, recomend investigation

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear boot seats in down position, luggage in boot, could not inspect adult seat belts thoroughly

Pass 30 Mar 2013 77,248 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 69,724 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 65,925 miles

Nearside Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 63,143 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2010 63,143 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 54,693 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 52,317 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Both Rear B.B.Joints Playing Slightly

Pass 11 Dec 2007 37,422 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 23,184 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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LA02 YSU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LA02 YSU, 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 LA02 YSU registered?

LA02 YSU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LA02 YSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA02 YSU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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