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SF02 PVZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

138,884 mi
Last recorded138,884 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF02 PVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 138,884 miles

advice keep eye on all tyers

advice on further look at front and rear brakes and brake discs and further look at hand brake both sides

advice on slight movement at o/s/f and n/s/f wheels

advice on slight pitting at front to rear at rear metal brake pipes and further look at all metal brake pipes

advice on slight surface corrosion at rear axle suspension and underside all over

Fail 3 Sep 2022 138,884 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

advice keep eye on all tyers

advice on further look at front and rear brakes and brake discs and further look at hand brake both sides

advice on slight movement at o/s/f and n/s/f wheels

advice on slight pitting at front to rear at rear metal brake pipes and further look at all metal brake pipes

advice on slight surface corrosion at rear axle suspension and underside all over

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 135,337 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 130,866 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 126,180 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 120,350 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 120,337 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 115,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing on edge

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine cover fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 113,846 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 113,843 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 104,359 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 96,776 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 93,287 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 93,285 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 88,562 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 82,041 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 76,147 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2010 76,147 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 70,013 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 70,013 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 59,001 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 48,438 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 40,959 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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SF02 PVZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 SF02 PVZ, 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

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What year was SF02 PVZ registered?

SF02 PVZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is SF02 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF02 PVZ shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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