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LA08 BLZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,436 mi
Last recorded134,436 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 BLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 134,436 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 125,954 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 118,603 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 113,878 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 102,550 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 97,991 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 91,445 miles

EMISSIONS TOO LOW TO REGISTER

Pass 29 Dec 2015 87,011 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 76,728 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2014 76,728 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 64,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 49,192 miles

offside front tyre outer wall damaged.

Fail 7 Jan 2013 49,006 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

SRS warning lamp on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2011 31,297 miles

both front tyres on limits

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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LA08 BLZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LA08 BLZ, 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 LA08 BLZ registered?

LA08 BLZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is LA08 BLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 BLZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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