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KU08 XBG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,554 mi
Last recorded158,554 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2026 158,554 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 154,354 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 150,941 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 147,020 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 142,074 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met

Pass 19 Aug 2021 132,707 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 130,249 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 125,551 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 122,361 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 114,306 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 107,852 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 92,726 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 84,352 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 2 Jan 2013 61,147 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 50,961 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 40,960 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 XBG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XBG, 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 XBG registered?

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

Is KU08 XBG safe to buy?

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