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HJ08 LOD

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

120,898 mi
Last recorded120,898 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 120,898 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 116,371 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 112,726 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 110,789 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 110,786 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 107,724 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 102,930 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 102,859 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2017 93,991 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 80,882 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 69,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 Jan 2015 69,552 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 63,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Feb 2013 56,432 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 56,432 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 50,116 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 44,765 miles

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

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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HJ08 LOD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJ08 LOD, 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 HJ08 LOD registered?

HJ08 LOD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for HJ08 LOD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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