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KW58 ZTZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

205,734 mi
Last recorded205,734 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW58 ZTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 205,734 miles

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

offside front fog light is not working

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge and close to its limit

Fail 1 Dec 2022 205,176 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/55/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

offside front fog light is not working

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge and close to its limit

Pass 23 Dec 2021 192,476 miles

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

gearbox has a oil leak

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 15 Dec 2021 192,465 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

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

gearbox has a oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2020 182,306 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 182,305 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 172,035 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 159,617 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 138,779 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

handbrake requirements only just met (system may need adjustment or repair)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 138,516 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

handbrake requirements only just met (system may need adjustment or repair)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 122,098 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 104,372 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 104,191 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 88,989 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 80,704 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 60,800 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 48,288 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 48,288 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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KW58 ZTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue 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 KW58 ZTZ, 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 KW58 ZTZ registered?

KW58 ZTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is KW58 ZTZ safe to buy?

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