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A219 JOY

2009 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,606 mi
Last recorded104,606 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Ml81,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA219 JOY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 104,606 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 99,973 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 93,715 miles

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 24 Jan 2023 86,346 miles

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 26 Jan 2022 80,765 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 76,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 76,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 69,074 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 65,204 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 65,204 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 61,969 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 59,460 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 60,601 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2015 60,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 45,198 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 39,860 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 32,140 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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A219 JOY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 81,766 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 A219 JOY, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A219 JOY registered?

A219 JOY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is A219 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A219 JOY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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