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KV58 VMG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,901 mi
Last recorded146,901 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 VMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 146,901 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 146,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 144,348 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald on outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt outer casing missing but still operating

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm- 265/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

noise from engine

Fail 17 Jun 2022 144,343 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both hazy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and bald on outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt outer casing missing but still operating

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm- 265/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

noise from engine

Pass 3 Jun 2020 135,871 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 135,865 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2019 126,729 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 117,894 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 23 May 2018 117,840 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 108,813 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Main beam bulb pointing at the floor

Offside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Fail 23 May 2017 108,685 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Main beam bulb pointing at the floor

Offside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Pass 20 May 2016 98,219 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 5 May 2016 97,776 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckel (5.1.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 87,673 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 75,141 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 71,608 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 53,182 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 37,271 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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KV58 VMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VMG, 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 KV58 VMG registered?

KV58 VMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 September 2008.

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