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KY08 FSV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,325 mi
Last recorded123,325 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 FSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2025 123,325 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 112,427 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 96,668 miles

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

brake wear warning light illuminated but pads ok

Pass 29 Mar 2022 92,139 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 90,008 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 90,003 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 83,880 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 78,737 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 74,005 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 70,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 64,577 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 64,577 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,488 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 46,324 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 36,953 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 36,213 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 24,818 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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KY08 FSV 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 88.2%.

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 KY08 FSV, 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 KY08 FSV registered?

KY08 FSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is KY08 FSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 FSV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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