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LD08 BFV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,353 mi
Last recorded110,353 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 110,353 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))

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 107,140 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 104,692 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Missing

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2024 104,692 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Missing

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 101,542 miles

Nearside Front wingmirror cover and side repeater slightly insecure but not likely to become detached

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted but covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 101,509 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated out of brake caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both front and rear incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front wingmirror cover and side repeater slightly insecure but not likely to become detached

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive undertray fitted but covered in oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 95,145 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2022 95,132 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 89,997 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 86,424 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2018 79,996 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 73,449 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2016 67,396 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 60,532 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 54,736 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 50,537 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 47,371 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres scrubbed across tread and in genral poor condition (replacement recomended)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 42,530 miles

slight damage to tread offside front tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2011 32,543 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 32,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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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LD08 BFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LD08 BFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD08 BFV registered?

LD08 BFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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