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LA51 YGN

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,809 mi
Last recorded137,809 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 YGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2011 137,809 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2010 124,206 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 124,206 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2009 108,676 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 105,954 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 96,780 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 96,780 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 81,096 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 81,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2006 68,773 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 68,773 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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 YGN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LA51 YGN, 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 YGN registered?

LA51 YGN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is LA51 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 YGN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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