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GP08 LXU

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,726 mi
Last recorded47,726 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 LXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 47,726 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 47,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 30,820 miles

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

o/s & n/s/f tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 9 Dec 2010 15,121 miles

n/s/r tyre worn bald on outside edges

o/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

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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GP08 LXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP08 LXU, 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 GP08 LXU?

You can check the full history of GP08 LXU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GP08 LXU registered?

GP08 LXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is GP08 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 LXU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP08 LXU have outstanding finance?

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