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KS57 YDC

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

89,033 mi
Last recorded89,033 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 YDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 89,033 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 85,312 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 84,629 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 84,629 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 82,777 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 80,489 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 72,993 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 66,990 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2019 66,855 miles

Offside Rear Inner Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 59,289 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 59,275 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 54,486 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 48,635 miles

Screw in nearside rear tyre, and slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Feb 2016 42,860 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 35,862 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 29,480 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 25,173 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 22,403 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 22,403 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2011 19,348 miles

o/s/f tyre low on outer edge

Fail 19 Jan 2011 19,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre low on outer edge

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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KS57 YDC 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 76.2%.

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 KS57 YDC, 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 KS57 YDC?

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What year was KS57 YDC registered?

KS57 YDC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is KS57 YDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 YDC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS57 YDC have outstanding finance?

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