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GJ55 MAK

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

114,643 mi
Last recorded114,643 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 MAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 114,643 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 111,225 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 107,464 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 103,640 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 99,843 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 96,202 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 91,265 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 91,261 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 81,912 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 72,379 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 60,635 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 52,820 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 46,587 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,589 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 32,717 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,807 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 19,969 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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GJ55 MAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GJ55 MAK, 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 GJ55 MAK registered?

GJ55 MAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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