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KP08 KSK

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,898 mi
Last recorded149,898 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 KSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 149,898 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 145,829 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 145,551 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering component casing retaining devices dangerously loose Steering Rack (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 141,629 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All round. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handbrake effort just met. Will need attention.

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front CV Boot slightly deteriorated.

Fail 5 Sep 2019 141,629 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All round. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handbrake effort just met. Will need attention.

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

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

Offside Front CV Boot slightly deteriorated.

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 133,028 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need attention

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 133,028 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need attention

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 124,239 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Handbrake effort just met and will need adjusting/repairing. Presenter advised

Pass 9 May 2016 110,709 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres low (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 9 May 2016 110,709 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres low (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 13 Feb 2015 99,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

near side front child seat fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 99,196 miles

near side front child seat fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2014 91,249 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 84,188 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 72,178 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 52,907 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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KP08 KSK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KP08 KSK, 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 KP08 KSK registered?

KP08 KSK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 April 2008.

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