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LC02 XAM

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,009 mi
Last recorded149,009 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 XAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 149,009 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2017 149,009 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 139,562 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slightly oil seepage underneath.

Pass 24 Oct 2015 128,496 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 120,780 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 120,780 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 115,950 miles

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

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

some brake pipes show corrosion

Fail 21 Oct 2013 115,947 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

some brake pipes show corrosion

Pass 13 Jul 2012 112,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2011 108,446 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 105,430 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 105,420 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 101,191 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 101,191 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 97,285 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 97,285 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 92,287 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 86,796 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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LC02 XAM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LC02 XAM, 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 LC02 XAM registered?

LC02 XAM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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