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AK08 GUH

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

129,726 mi
Last recorded129,726 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 GUH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 129,726 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 129,726 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 124,493 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 3 Nov 2017 124,493 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 113,612 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 113,612 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 107,642 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 107,639 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

minimum light output from offside headlight

offside rear tyre tread cracking (no ply/cords exposed)

we advise the offside rear tyre is replaced

Pass 8 Nov 2013 99,673 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 30 Oct 2012 93,329 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 79,925 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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AK08 GUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AK08 GUH, 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 AK08 GUH registered?

AK08 GUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AK08 GUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 GUH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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