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H11 SKV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,750 mi
Last recorded147,750 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH11 SKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 147,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 142,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 142,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 136,337 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 130,733 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Oct 2021 125,496 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 118,992 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 112,990 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 104,288 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 104,288 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 93,073 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 81,861 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 70,015 miles

Nearside parking brake cable cracked

Fail 17 Sep 2015 70,014 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside parking brake cable cracked

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

park brake warning inop (repaired)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 59,773 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyres outer side wall

Pass 13 Sep 2013 54,159 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 45,958 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 34,336 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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H11 SKV 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 H11 SKV, 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 H11 SKV registered?

H11 SKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 9 October 2008.

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