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KJ08 MLU

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

145,850 mi
Last recorded145,850 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 MLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 145,850 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to both rear brake pipes

corrosion to nearside front brake pipe

drivers door mirror glass damaged and delaminating

minor stone chip front screen

offside front brake pipe corroded

wipers smearing

Pass 25 Mar 2025 134,085 miles

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

corrosion to both rear brake pipes

corrosion to nearside front brake pipe

drivers door mirror glass damaged and delaminated

minor stone chips front screen

nearside front tyre worn very close to limits

offside front brake pipe corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2025 134,085 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

corrosion to both rear brake pipes

corrosion to nearside front brake pipe

drivers door mirror glass damaged and delaminated

minor stone chips front screen

nearside front tyre worn very close to limits

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2024 122,063 miles

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

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

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres wearing low and worn very low on outer edges

corrosion to both front brake pipes

damage to drivers door mirror glass

front wipers smearing

minor corrosion to both rear brake pipes

minor stone chip front screen

Pass 27 Mar 2023 110,740 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 101,017 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2021 96,890 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 94,599 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 89,022 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 83,674 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,287 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Mar 2016 69,443 miles

child seat fitted unable to carry out full seat belt inspection

oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2015 61,815 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 55,673 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 47,819 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 38,725 miles

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

front and rear brake pads approx 70% worn

Pass 22 Jun 2011 29,662 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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KJ08 MLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KJ08 MLU, 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 MLU registered?

KJ08 MLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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