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LG52 UZA

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,888 mi
Last recorded132,888 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 UZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 132,888 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 125,838 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 120,958 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 115,731 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 109,690 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded advise attention (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper split

general surface corrosion underside

Pass 6 Jun 2017 105,215 miles

Central Rear brake pipes corroded

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear cross member corroding

Fail 5 Jun 2017 105,215 miles

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

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

Central Rear brake pipes corroded

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement outer both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel pedal low (3.1.6b)

Rear cross member corroding

advise front brake inspection

Pass 8 Jun 2016 101,111 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 97,638 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2015 97,638 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 88,986 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 83,797 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 83,797 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 75,839 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 71,256 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 71,256 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 66,121 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 60,181 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 54,206 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 54,206 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 43,245 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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LG52 UZA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LG52 UZA, 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

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What year was LG52 UZA registered?

LG52 UZA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is LG52 UZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG52 UZA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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