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KM08 NJF

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,361 mi
Last recorded172,361 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 NJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 172,361 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Protective undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2024 168,468 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 on 2.5 mm / 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 159,136 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 159,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 148,201 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 138,137 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 129,240 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 129,164 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2019 114,814 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))

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

Fail 9 May 2019 114,814 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2018 102,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 91,365 miles

all tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 24 Jun 2016 84,153 miles

front and rear pads low

Pass 26 Nov 2015 79,778 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 73,355 miles

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 63,555 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 55,133 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 46,874 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 46,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 35,690 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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KM08 NJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KM08 NJF, 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 KM08 NJF registered?

KM08 NJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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