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HV08 DZN

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

130,236 mi
Last recorded130,236 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 DZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 130,236 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2026 130,157 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 125,820 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 120,904 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2024 120,859 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/50/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 113,404 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 103,268 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 92,864 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 85,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm WORN ACROSS INSIDE EDGE. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 77,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front tyre slightly wearing on inside edge.

Fail 5 Aug 2019 77,553 miles

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Non obligatory mirror damaged

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front parking light not working.

Nearside Front tyre slightly wearing on inside edge.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2018 68,739 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 68,736 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened SCORED. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened SCORED. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Across inside edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 55,304 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 46,133 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 38,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,003 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 35,289 miles

OIL LEAKS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,540 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,714 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 22,118 miles

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,118 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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HV08 DZN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 HV08 DZN, 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 HV08 DZN registered?

HV08 DZN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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