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HJ08 LRL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,113 mi
Last recorded196,113 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 196,113 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Fail 9 Feb 2018 196,110 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Pass 10 Feb 2017 180,193 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 180,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear stop lamp not working

Pass 25 Feb 2016 160,003 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 129,288 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 104,842 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Feb 2013 79,881 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 57,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn on edges

offside front tyre inner sidewall has a split

Pass 22 Mar 2011 32,299 miles

Both rear tyres worn down to 3mm tread depth.

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 LRL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 HJ08 LRL, 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 HJ08 LRL registered?

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

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