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OV02 TZF

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

150,861 mi
Last recorded150,861 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV02 TZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 150,861 miles

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 150,861 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 140,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front bumper slightly damaged

nearside & offside front discs slightly worn

nearside & offside rear discs slightly worn

nearside rear tyre inner & outer edges slightly deteriorated

oil warning light's on

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

slight water leak by radiator hose

Fail 9 Sep 2016 140,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside & offside (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front bumper slightly damaged

nearside & offside front discs slightly worn

nearside & offside rear discs slightly worn

nearside rear tyre inner & outer edges slightly deteriorated

oil warning light's on

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

slight water leak by radiator hose

Pass 9 Sep 2015 125,378 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside & offside rear discs slightly worn

Fail 9 Sep 2015 125,378 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside & offside rear discs slightly worn

Pass 14 Aug 2014 111,808 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 90,088 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 72,606 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 68,309 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 65,965 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 60,034 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 40,677 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 40,677 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 32,402 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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OV02 TZF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OV02 TZF, 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 OV02 TZF registered?

OV02 TZF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 August 2002.

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