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LF52 HVY

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,213 mi
Last recorded106,213 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF52 HVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 106,213 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 105,791 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 104,636 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 102,559 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 102,559 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 98,384 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 94,160 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

handbrake only just met the requirements, suggest this is serviced ASAP

Pass 21 Mar 2012 89,880 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 89,875 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 84,840 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 75,523 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 75,412 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

FRONT NUMBER PLATE DETERIOATING

Pass 13 Mar 2009 64,686 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 57,625 miles

Parking brake efficiency is on the limit.

Windscreen is chipped centre & top section of swept area.

Fail 12 Mar 2008 57,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake efficiency is on the limit.

Windscreen is chipped centre & top section of swept area.

Pass 28 Mar 2007 48,338 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 39,482 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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LF52 HVY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LF52 HVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LF52 HVY?

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What year was LF52 HVY registered?

LF52 HVY is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is LF52 HVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF52 HVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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