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LC08 SZL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

109,212 mi
Last recorded109,212 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 SZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 109,212 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated On The Limit (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2025 109,212 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated On The Limit (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 98,725 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 98,725 miles

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

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 83,496 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both hardened (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 74,727 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 64,889 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 56,305 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 55,233 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 53,671 miles

Offside Rear drive shaft corroded

Pass 26 May 2016 51,665 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 51,665 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 48,896 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 44,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2014 44,284 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 36,561 miles

All four tyres worn down to 3mm of usable tread.

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 36,561 miles

All four tyres worn down to 3mm of usable tread.

Pass 2 May 2012 30,019 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2011 23,167 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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LC08 SZL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LC08 SZL, 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 LC08 SZL registered?

LC08 SZL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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