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LW52 ETU

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Green Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

135,397 mi
Last recorded135,397 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW52 ETU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2013 135,397 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 125,978 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jan 2012 125,978 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2011 119,584 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 119,577 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 107,254 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Jan 2010 107,247 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 85,471 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 85,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 70,395 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 55,284 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 44,139 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 44,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LW52 ETU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Green with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 LW52 ETU, 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 LW52 ETU?

You can check the full history of LW52 ETU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LW52 ETU registered?

LW52 ETU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is LW52 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW52 ETU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LW52 ETU have outstanding finance?

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