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BO51 OUT

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,197 mi
Last recorded173,197 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 OUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 173,197 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 173,197 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 167,986 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 159,782 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 149,155 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 140,656 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 134,750 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 128,687 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess both rear handbrake cables outer casing broken (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 111,411 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2018 111,411 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 94,787 miles

all brake discs worn

oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2017 94,787 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

all brake discs worn

oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2016 78,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 67,220 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 60,949 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 51,368 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 43,350 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 34,380 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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BO51 OUT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BO51 OUT, 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 BO51 OUT registered?

BO51 OUT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is BO51 OUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 OUT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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