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AA51 BLU

2006 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,257 mi
Last recorded110,257 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml87,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA51 BLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 110,257 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 99,889 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 96,577 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 94,970 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 93,386 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 90,375 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 88,336 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2016 84,338 miles

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

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 1 Nov 2015 74,023 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 64,991 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 60,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

back up brake light bulbs in use on dash display need to replace bulbs

new brakes all round observed bedding in period

Fail 25 Jul 2013 60,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

back up brake light bulbs in use on dash display need to replace bulbs

new brakes all round observed bedding in period

Pass 2 Aug 2012 55,629 miles

Wipers smearing

Pass 21 Jul 2011 49,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

lip on front brake discs

Fail 16 Jul 2011 49,261 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

lip on front brake discs

Pass 20 Jul 2010 41,898 miles

Advise:child seats fitted n/s/r centre rear o/s/r & n/s/f not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Fail 20 Jul 2010 41,893 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Advise:child seats fitted n/s/r centre rear o/s/r & n/s/f not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,128 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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AA51 BLU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 87,958 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 AA51 BLU, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA51 BLU registered?

AA51 BLU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 May 2006.

Is AA51 BLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA51 BLU shows 18 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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