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J33 BOL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,411 mi
Last recorded149,411 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 BOL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 149,411 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 145,889 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 141,684 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 137,034 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 131,880 miles

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

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

under covers fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2020 126,959 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 121,536 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 117,346 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 117,346 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 108,941 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 108,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 101,093 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 101,093 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 89,714 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 78,459 miles

nsr brake has signs of sticking but not on test

Fail 18 Jan 2014 66,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2014 66,016 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2013 55,655 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 42,032 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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J33 BOL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 J33 BOL, 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 J33 BOL registered?

J33 BOL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is J33 BOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 BOL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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