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7 MJR

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

153,824 mi
Last recorded153,824 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 MJR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 153,824 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 153,820 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 148,816 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 20 Dec 2023 137,580 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 137,574 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 131,134 miles

Slight oil leak on engine

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Dec 2021 123,953 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 123,949 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

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

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

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

Oil level on minimum

Pass 17 Dec 2020 116,285 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 111,397 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 101,424 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 92,277 miles

Oil leak ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 80,400 miles

emissions too clean to register

engine covers and undertrays covering parts unable to check

Pass 15 Dec 2015 68,689 miles

Covers obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine oil level close to minimum

Undertrays obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2014 58,012 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 58,012 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 46,960 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 37,332 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 27,250 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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7 MJR is a 2008 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 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 86,046 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 7 MJR, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 7 MJR registered?

7 MJR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is 7 MJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 MJR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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