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LD52 VAV

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

124,589 mi
Last recorded124,589 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD52 VAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 124,589 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under body dirty/muddy

Fail 23 Jan 2020 124,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under body dirty/muddy

Pass 5 Dec 2018 119,047 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 110,882 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 105,410 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 105,410 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 99,358 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 89,224 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 86,234 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 79,709 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 73,879 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 67,550 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 62,254 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 55,169 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 47,765 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 41,778 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 34,550 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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LD52 VAV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LD52 VAV, 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 LD52 VAV registered?

LD52 VAV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is LD52 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD52 VAV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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