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KJ08 TVL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,031 mi
Last recorded151,031 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 TVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2019 151,031 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 136,630 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 136,630 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2017 122,863 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 107,378 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 83,678 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 75,017 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 62,477 miles

Front wipers not very good at clearing screen

Stone chips to front screen in places

Fail 4 Jul 2013 62,477 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wipers not very good at clearing screen

Stone chips to front screen in places

Pass 6 Jul 2012 45,484 miles

No DSM print out produced to to low emissions

Pass 21 Jul 2011 27,031 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 27,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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 TVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TVL, 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 TVL registered?

KJ08 TVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is KJ08 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 TVL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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