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YG52 RZX

2002 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,195 mi
Last recorded88,195 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml94,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG52 RZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 88,195 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 85,553 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 82,454 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 79,750 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 76,654 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 73,025 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 73,025 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 72,301 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 71,891 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 71,891 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 71,397 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 70,458 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 68,858 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 67,023 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre worn to 2mm

surface corrosion on most brake pipes

Pass 22 Oct 2013 65,219 miles

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)

brake pipes corroded in places

Pass 8 Oct 2012 63,532 miles

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

n/s/r tyre 3m

o/s/r tyre 3m

Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,882 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 60,882 miles

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

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

front and rear discs lipped/worn

Pass 14 Sep 2010 58,041 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,420 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 48,772 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 48,772 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 43,240 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 36,613 miles

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

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

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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YG52 RZX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YG52 RZX, 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 YG52 RZX registered?

YG52 RZX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is YG52 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG52 RZX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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