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G13 RPL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,338 mi
Last recorded109,338 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 RPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 109,338 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 109,338 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 108,827 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 107,635 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays /outer sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 107,547 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 Oct 2022 107,467 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Oct 2021 92,477 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 86,210 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 82,850 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 May 2018 82,850 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 78,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre warn badly on inner and outer shoulders 255/50/19

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 68,899 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 59,650 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 59,650 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 43,794 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 35,357 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre 3mm

Pass 19 Sep 2012 30,853 miles

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

child seats in all rear seats prohibiting a full seat belt inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,270 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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G13 RPL 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 77.8%.

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 G13 RPL, 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 G13 RPL registered?

G13 RPL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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