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KT08 EJA

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,878 mi
Last recorded140,878 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 EJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 140,878 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 135,718 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 135,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded HOSE TO FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded HOSE TO FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 130,199 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 125,355 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 120,693 miles

Offside Side repeater insecure Driver's door indicator repeater lens loose but secure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine leaking oil but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 115,362 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 108,853 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 101,854 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 93,829 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 93,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 86,112 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 79,635 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 59,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Oct 2014 59,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2013 43,017 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 41,308 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,103 miles

Rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 27 Apr 2012 34,103 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 12 May 2011 26,679 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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KT08 EJA 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 KT08 EJA, 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

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What year was KT08 EJA registered?

KT08 EJA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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