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FY08 FXJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

251,201 mi
Last recorded251,201 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 FXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 251,201 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 238,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at turbo (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 222,504 miles

Offside hand brake cable in poor condition

both front tyres worn at outer edges

Pass 26 Feb 2018 208,040 miles

surface corrosion on both front to rear brake pipes

Pass 23 Apr 2017 189,170 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 169,621 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped. (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' 2 places (8.3.1a)

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 2 Apr 2015 148,501 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 132,156 miles

Oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake discs slightly worn

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

Fail 31 Mar 2014 132,156 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake discs slightly worn

offside rear handbrake cable in poor condition

Pass 2 Apr 2013 116,281 miles

13 pin towing socket test not compatible with vosa equipment

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Incorrect operation of n/s stop lamp

O/s outer handbrake cable deteriorated

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 116,278 miles

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

13 pin towing socket test not compatible with vosa equipment

Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Incorrect operation of n/s stop lamp

O/s outer handbrake cable deteriorated

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 99,738 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 77,086 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 77,077 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) 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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FY08 FXJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FXJ, 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 FY08 FXJ registered?

FY08 FXJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FY08 FXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 FXJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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