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FV08 WRW

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

169,970 mi
Last recorded169,970 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 WRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 169,970 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2016 169,970 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2015 159,588 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

bonnet up warning light on

Pass 8 Jan 2015 158,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2015 158,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2014 141,619 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2014 141,619 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 113,257 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 83,805 miles

brake pedal anti slip worn

Fail 20 Jun 2012 83,805 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

brake pedal anti slip worn

Pass 17 Jun 2011 63,104 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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FV08 WRW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 FV08 WRW, 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 FV08 WRW registered?

FV08 WRW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FV08 WRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 WRW shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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