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FY08 FSD

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

95,588 mi
Last recorded95,588 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 FSD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 95,588 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 95,132 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 93,837 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 88,983 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 84,140 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 84,140 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 81,334 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 75,550 miles

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 75,550 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 72,718 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 72,468 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 67,460 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 61,728 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 56,392 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 56,389 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 49,599 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 42,932 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 36,443 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 28,527 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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FY08 FSD 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 78.9%.

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 FY08 FSD, 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 FY08 FSD?

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What year was FY08 FSD registered?

FY08 FSD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 FSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 FSD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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