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L3 XBA

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,343 mi
Last recorded110,343 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 XBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 110,343 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 110,343 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 108,121 miles

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

Under-tray fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2023 105,942 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2023 105,942 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 101,500 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2021 92,597 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 79,198 miles

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))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 65,866 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 65,715 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2017 50,819 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 49,759 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 41,134 miles

offside handbrake reading low

offside rear inner sidelight not working

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,871 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,487 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 22,108 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 22,108 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,944 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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L3 XBA 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 77.8%.

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 L3 XBA, 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 L3 XBA registered?

L3 XBA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is L3 XBA safe to buy?

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