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KW08 VJN

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,660 mi
Last recorded96,660 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 96,660 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 91,302 miles

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

Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 91,302 miles

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

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

Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 82,256 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 78,981 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 75,141 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 71,324 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 66,952 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 66,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Nearside Rear cracks inner/outer sidewalls

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

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

Offside Rear cracks inner/outer sidewalls

Pass 27 Aug 2016 63,366 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 61,688 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 60,072 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,853 miles

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

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside 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)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 49,872 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 42,874 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 34,909 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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KW08 VJN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KW08 VJN, 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 KW08 VJN registered?

KW08 VJN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KW08 VJN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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