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BL57 KFV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,879 mi
Last recorded164,879 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 KFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 164,879 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 164,850 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 143,497 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 129,561 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both offside tyres very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 112,782 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 95,727 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/50R19 XL W (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 71,666 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES.

Pass 16 Dec 2015 50,167 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 46,439 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 41,255 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 34,927 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 28,123 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 21,558 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 21,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BL57 KFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BL57 KFV, 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

How do I check the history of BL57 KFV?

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What year was BL57 KFV registered?

BL57 KFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is BL57 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 KFV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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