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LA51 LSL

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,098 mi
Last recorded133,098 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 LSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 133,098 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 133,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 127,701 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 113,746 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 113,746 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 112,047 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

airbag light on

centre rear b/light n/working

n/s/f tyre worn to 2mm

o/s/r tyre worn bald inner edge

Pass 1 Aug 2007 97,865 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 78,593 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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LA51 LSL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LA51 LSL, 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 LA51 LSL registered?

LA51 LSL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is LA51 LSL safe to buy?

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