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GU58 LKN

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,576 mi
Last recorded105,576 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 LKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 105,576 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2024 105,576 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 82,969 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 80,801 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 80,770 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 78,336 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 77,432 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 77,433 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 74,854 miles

both rear parking brake cables, slight deterioration

under trays etc fitted, limiting view

Pass 1 Jun 2019 67,348 miles

both parking brake cables slightly deteriorated

parking brake performance 18%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check

under trays, engine covers etc,, fitted, limiting view

Pass 6 Jun 2018 58,513 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 53,548 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 50,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Feb 2013 35,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test, still on mirror

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

o/s and n/s rear parking brake cable's deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2011 26,699 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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GU58 LKN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU58 LKN, 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 GU58 LKN registered?

GU58 LKN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is GU58 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 LKN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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