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KN58 CRU

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

140,846 mi
Last recorded140,846 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 CRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 140,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Fail 5 Jan 2023 140,846 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing stalk (7.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated lever , switch (1.1.6 (d))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 6 Jan 2022 128,551 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release switch (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Dec 2021 128,466 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release switch (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 115,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 107,273 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 107,273 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 97,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 97,578 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 85,018 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 85,018 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 74,129 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 65,701 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Jan 2015 56,906 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Jan 2014 47,012 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 37,640 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2011 32,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs rusty.

Front wiper blades starting to smear windscreen.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs rusty.

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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KN58 CRU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KN58 CRU, 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 KN58 CRU?

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What year was KN58 CRU registered?

KN58 CRU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 October 2008.

Is KN58 CRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN58 CRU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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