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VF02 NWS

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2688cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,413 mi
Last recorded78,413 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF02 NWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,688cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2012 78,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 May 2012 78,413 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 71,434 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 59,879 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all pads worn 75% approx

both rear tyres 2-3mm 225/60/17

Pass 24 Apr 2009 52,062 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 43,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 43,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2007 33,947 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2006 26,208 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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VF02 NWS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,688cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VF02 NWS, 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 VF02 NWS registered?

VF02 NWS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is VF02 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF02 NWS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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