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HG08 LRX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

157,814 mi
Last recorded157,814 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 LRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 157,814 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 155,472 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 152,503 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 145,127 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 138,165 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 135,007 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 124,545 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 101,831 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 101,825 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear temp spare fitted

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 82,466 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,168 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2015 43,508 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 40,125 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 35,880 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 31,927 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 27,489 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 24,617 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 24,617 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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HG08 LRX 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 88.9%.

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 HG08 LRX, 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 HG08 LRX registered?

HG08 LRX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is HG08 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 LRX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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