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KV58 OZJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

156,862 mi
Last recorded156,862 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 OZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 156,862 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Aug 2025 150,080 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 150,080 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 134,039 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2023 134,035 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 118,900 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 110,019 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 110,019 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 101,003 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 91,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 90,884 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 7 Nov 2018 79,712 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2017 70,081 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 17 Nov 2017 70,072 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke 1.92 (7.4.B.3a)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 23 Nov 2016 57,378 miles

covers trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2015 44,666 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 44,697 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,984 miles

condensation os side rep

Fail 26 Aug 2014

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

condensation os side rep

Pass 19 Sep 2013 36,853 miles

tyres getting close to limit (tread)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 32,336 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 26,392 miles

front wipers poor

Fail 22 Sep 2011 26,392 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front wipers poor

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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KV58 OZJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV58 OZJ, 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 KV58 OZJ registered?

KV58 OZJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 22 September 2008.

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The MOT history for KV58 OZJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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