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KU08 LWW

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,359 mi
Last recorded149,359 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LWW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 149,359 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 149,357 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 137,854 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 125,927 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 125,927 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 112,527 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 112,527 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 101,494 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 101,223 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 98,979 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 93,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 84,887 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 79,650 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 79,650 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 69,850 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 61,383 miles

Front tyres edge wear. Nearside more so.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 48,868 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 39,855 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 30,984 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 23,692 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 LWW 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 KU08 LWW, 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 KU08 LWW registered?

KU08 LWW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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