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A19 AKU

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,446 mi
Last recorded120,446 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 AKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2024 120,446 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2024 120,418 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 113,036 miles

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

Rear exhaust clamps broken

Fail 14 Nov 2023 113,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear exhaust clamps broken

Pass 17 Nov 2022 104,869 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 96,911 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 13 Nov 2021 96,821 miles

Road wheel fixing missing nearside rear (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2020 92,172 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 92,172 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 89,305 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 89,302 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 85,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Splitting outer casing. Advise repair (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Splitting outer casing. Advise repair (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 85,512 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Splitting outer casing. Advise repair (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Splitting outer casing. Advise repair (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 81,074 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 81,074 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 76,283 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 72,596 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 69,063 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,439 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 49,989 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 38,763 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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A19 AKU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A19 AKU, 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.

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What year was A19 AKU registered?

A19 AKU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is A19 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 AKU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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