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KU08 WBT

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

196,262 mi
Last recorded196,262 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 WBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 196,262 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides front (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 187,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 177,912 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 177,691 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 172,320 miles

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

Offside Rear exhaust clamp broken and corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2022 166,912 miles

engine cover under tray fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2021 162,963 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing corroded (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 159,421 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 154,367 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 146,365 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 138,749 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 116,798 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2016 116,798 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 116,033 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 99,155 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 81,390 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 81,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 65,163 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 12 Feb 2013 65,163 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 50,478 miles

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

Rear wiper split

Pass 24 Feb 2011 38,221 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 WBT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WBT, 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 KU08 WBT?

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What year was KU08 WBT registered?

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

Is KU08 WBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 WBT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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