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KJ08 JZO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

123,389 mi
Last recorded123,389 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 JZO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 123,389 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2024 123,389 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 116,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 108,213 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 108,213 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 104,772 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 104,772 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 104,725 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 104,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 102,014 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Mar 2019 102,014 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 95,965 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 91,135 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 84,058 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 73,567 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 66,403 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 66,403 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 58,966 miles

offside front tyre has impact damage to outer wall, but unable to determine depth as damaged area has been glued.

Pass 9 Aug 2011 47,791 miles

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

advise offside and nearside front tyres have cuts on them but not deep enough to reach cords

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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KJ08 JZO 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 68.4%.

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 KJ08 JZO, 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 KJ08 JZO registered?

KJ08 JZO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 July 2008.

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