MOT Status
ValidMileage
143,079 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
rear tyres 3mm
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml 250?
Based on 7,460 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MY55 ZEA is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 72,776 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 Ml 250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MY55 ZEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes Ml 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes Ml 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was MY55 ZEA registered?
MY55 ZEA is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250, first registered on 1 May 2012.
Is MY55 ZEA safe to buy?
The MOT history for MY55 ZEA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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