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AE55 ZTC

2006 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

179,051 mi
Last recorded179,051 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml87,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 ZTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 179,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted, outersills corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2020 179,051 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted, outersills corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2019 167,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 167,071 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 166,652 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 160,929 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 153,513 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 153,513 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 144,879 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 144,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 128,597 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 115,522 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 102,329 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 88,850 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engin light stay on

Pass 14 Jul 2011 73,976 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 59,994 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 20 Feb 2009 41,972 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 41,949 miles

Eng. man. light on.

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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AE55 ZTC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE55 ZTC, 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 AE55 ZTC registered?

AE55 ZTC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 9 January 2006.

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The MOT history for AE55 ZTC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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