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BN57 MSO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

145,643 mi
Last recorded145,643 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 MSO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 145,643 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 145,643 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 138,249 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 128,016 miles

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

diesel injector losing compression .

Fail 4 Oct 2023 128,009 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear indicator slightly dim

Pass 23 Sep 2022 118,992 miles

Headlight washers inoperative

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 108,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 99,435 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty body (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty body (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 99,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 1 x 501 bulb fitted (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty body (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing very rusty body (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative temporary repaired self leveler switch on rear axle with cable ties (NEED NEW DEVICE ) (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 95,478 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 85,211 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 66,676 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 50,821 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 47,942 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 42,725 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 38,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2012 32,976 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 24,678 miles

Advise:both front tyres splitting/perishing

Advise:rear tyres slightly perishing

Pass 14 Jan 2011 22,019 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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BN57 MSO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BN57 MSO, 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 BN57 MSO registered?

BN57 MSO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is BN57 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 MSO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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