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SM51 VXA

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,904 mi
Last recorded110,904 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 VXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 110,904 miles

SRS light on

Fail 13 Feb 2013 110,904 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

SRS light on

Pass 21 Feb 2012 105,270 miles

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

s.r.s light illuminated

Fail 20 Feb 2012 105,269 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

s.r.s light illuminated

Pass 3 Feb 2011 99,846 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 91,096 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 91,096 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 78,832 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 74,245 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 58,071 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 46,035 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 43,227 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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SM51 VXA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM51 VXA, 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 SM51 VXA registered?

SM51 VXA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is SM51 VXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 VXA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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