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S31 VNA

2009 Mercedes Ml

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,816 mi
Last recorded51,816 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Ml77,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 VNA
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 51,816 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2024 49,714 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 48,152 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 47,000 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2022 47,000 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 44,802 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 41,587 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 39,174 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 31,897 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 31,615 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 30,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2014 27,532 miles

advise nearside and offside fron road wheels have signs of cracking.

Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,404 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2012 7,480 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery light on

service A excedded by 43 days

Fail 29 Jun 2012 7,396 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery light on

service A excedded by 43 days

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Stop lamp not working 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 45
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S31 VNA is a 2009 Mercedes Ml in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 77,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S31 VNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S31 VNA registered?

S31 VNA is a 2009 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is S31 VNA safe to buy?

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