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GU08 WMF

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,671 mi
Last recorded105,671 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 WMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 105,671 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 103,629 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 99,996 miles

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

Plastic under trays fitted

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2022 96,220 miles

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

covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2021 93,804 miles

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

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

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

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

covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2019 89,518 miles

Offside Front tyre edges worn

covers fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2018 86,416 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 86,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 80,902 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

nearside front tyre has cut on outer side wall

rear wiper blade split

Pass 15 Mar 2017 76,492 miles

Oil leak ()

damage to osr bumper

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2016 68,059 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 60,617 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 60,615 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 54,225 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 54,225 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 46,533 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 39,350 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 33,447 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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GU08 WMF 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 83.3%.

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 GU08 WMF, 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

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What year was GU08 WMF registered?

GU08 WMF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is GU08 WMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 WMF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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