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KR08 HKH

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,011 mi
Last recorded142,011 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 HKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 142,011 miles

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

Rear suspension components corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 128,180 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2022 127,704 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 121,875 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 121,875 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 116,348 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 109,688 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 104,087 miles

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

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

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

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

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2017 99,711 miles

both front brake pipes greased

plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

Pass 21 Oct 2016 92,400 miles

ENGINE AND UNDERTRAY COVERS FITTED

Fail 17 Oct 2016 92,393 miles

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

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

ENGINE AND UNDERTRAY COVERS FITTED

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded X2 ABOVE FUEL TANK (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 91,665 miles

Bonnet unable to be secured in open/upright position without use of external aid.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components.

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 91,665 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Bonnet unable to be secured in open/upright position without use of external aid.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 86,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2015 84,365 miles

offside handbrake cable outer sheath split

Fail 17 Mar 2015 83,494 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside handbrake cable outer sheath split

Pass 14 Mar 2014 69,560 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 56,964 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 44,741 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 35,245 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 35,245 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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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KR08 HKH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KR08 HKH, 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 KR08 HKH registered?

KR08 HKH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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