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H18 HLX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

161,878 mi
Last recorded161,878 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 HLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 161,878 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 154,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 145,355 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2024 145,344 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 135,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50 R19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 135,531 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))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50 R19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 126,551 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 116,324 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 116,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 109,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 102,029 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 93,805 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 85,664 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 77,502 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 69,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 67,877 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 66,129 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 64,394 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges to limit

Pass 10 Jul 2011 61,782 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 57,674 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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H18 HLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 H18 HLX, 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 H18 HLX registered?

H18 HLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 12 February 2008.

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