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LM02 TXG

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

72,091 mi
Last recorded72,091 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM02 TXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 72,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 69,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 67,867 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2024 67,863 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FEED REAR BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FEEDING BRAKE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 63,497 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 59,324 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tyres will need to be changed next MOT Test

Pass 12 Oct 2021 59,296 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 59,267 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 56,784 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 55,423 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 45,841 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2017 45,841 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 40,266 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 37,156 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 37,156 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 31,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 27,134 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

o/s/r tyre worn + cracking in tread

Pass 2 May 2012 24,884 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 22,960 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 20,215 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 18,332 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 16,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 10,976 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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LM02 TXG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LM02 TXG, 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 LM02 TXG registered?

LM02 TXG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 June 2002.

Is LM02 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM02 TXG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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