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A17 SKJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

134,030 mi
Last recorded134,030 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 SKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 134,030 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

underside corroded

Pass 24 Dec 2024 130,191 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 125,967 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 121,285 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 114,795 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 112,538 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 110,848 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 107,186 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 103,377 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 99,397 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 99,397 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 93,282 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 93,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 89,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2014 89,505 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 84,476 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 68,301 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 67,957 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 49,854 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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A17 SKJ 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 A17 SKJ, 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 A17 SKJ registered?

A17 SKJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is A17 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 SKJ 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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