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HK57 XVH

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

152,559 mi
Last recorded152,559 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK57 XVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 152,559 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 151,190 miles

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

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

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 15 Jun 2022 146,333 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2021 136,284 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides - Suspension strut mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Gearbox cooler lines corroded

General corrosion on underside of car to all components

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Level link rod seized (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Attention soon! (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 May 2021 136,284 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides - Suspension strut mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Gearbox cooler lines corroded

General corrosion on underside of car to all components

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Level link rod seized (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Attention soon! (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 128,665 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2020 128,550 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

all brake pipes heavily corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2019 114,405 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre tread 3mm

Pass 8 Mar 2018 101,079 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 85,194 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Feb 2017 85,194 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jan 2016 77,129 miles

child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of the seat belts

Pass 3 Feb 2015 71,099 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 65,481 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 55,360 miles

Brake pedal anti slip worn slightly

Cuts in rear tyres

Gearbox cooler pipes slighty corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 45,784 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 45,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 36,206 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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HK57 XVH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HK57 XVH, 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 HK57 XVH registered?

HK57 XVH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is HK57 XVH safe to buy?

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