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JU57 ESB

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,190 mi
Last recorded128,190 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU57 ESB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 128,190 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 128,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2024 127,757 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 121,952 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 115,180 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 112,072 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole in rubber gator (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 110,399 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 103,101 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 90,617 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 90,617 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 74,792 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low tread inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 59,614 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2014 49,920 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 36,794 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 36,019 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 31,934 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 22,654 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 18,457 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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JU57 ESB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JU57 ESB, 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

How do I check the history of JU57 ESB?

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What year was JU57 ESB registered?

JU57 ESB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is JU57 ESB safe to buy?

The MOT history for JU57 ESB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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