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KU08 LWM

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,839 mi
Last recorded126,839 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 126,839 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 109,749 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 96,112 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 79,372 miles

MIL light on dash

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn, the outer wall is perished and there is a nail between the treads

Offside Front tyre both edges worn and the outer wall is perished

Offside Rear tyre inner edge slightly worn and outer edge perished.

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2015 79,364 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

MIL light on dash

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge worn, the outer wall is perished and there is a nail between the treads

Offside Front tyre both edges worn and the outer wall is perished

Offside Rear tyre inner edge slightly worn and outer edge perished.

oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2014 68,631 miles

inspection of certain brake pipes restricted by under vehicle cover panels

Fail 6 Oct 2014 68,629 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

inspection of certain brake pipes restricted by under vehicle cover panels

Pass 29 Aug 2013 61,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2012 41,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,225 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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KU08 LWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KU08 LWM, 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 KU08 LWM registered?

KU08 LWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is KU08 LWM safe to buy?

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