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L31 CMX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,752 mi
Last recorded121,752 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 CMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 121,752 miles

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

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

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

parking brake performance just met

Pass 8 Jan 2025 117,108 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 113,265 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess all rear (1.1.15 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 112,118 miles

advice further look at o/s/r and n/s/r hand brake and further look at rear foot brake

advice on slight hand brake travel

Pass 2 Jan 2022 110,889 miles

advice further look at front and rear brakes

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on slight pitting at metal brake pipes advice on further look at all metal brake pipes

Fail 2 Jan 2022 110,889 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

advice further look at front and rear brakes

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on slight pitting at metal brake pipes advice on further look at all metal brake pipes

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 107,084 miles

advice on further look at rear foot and brake sticking slight o/s/r

advice on slight pitting and further look at all metal brake pipes

Pass 25 Jan 2020 104,448 miles

advice keep eye on all tyres

advice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear and rear metal brake pipes

advice on slight pitting at o/s/f and n/s/f metal brake pipes

Pass 2 Nov 2018 100,046 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 100,046 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 91,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

engine cover fitted covering components in the engine bay

under tray covers fitted covering components in the underfame

Fail 26 Oct 2017 91,138 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

engine cover fitted covering components in the engine bay

under tray covers fitted covering components in the underfame

Pass 2 Nov 2016 76,437 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 67,102 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 57,965 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 50,434 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 40,330 miles

both rear h brake cables starting to split

osr brake disc corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2011 32,123 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 24,799 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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L31 CMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L31 CMX, 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 L31 CMX registered?

L31 CMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is L31 CMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 CMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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