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LD08 BJX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

117,777 mi
Last recorded117,777 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 BJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 117,777 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 108,336 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,706 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 70,721 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 70,345 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 52,240 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 35,987 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 35,987 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 35,121 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 35,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked And Perished Cords Visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked And Perished Cords Visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2019 33,693 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 33,693 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative Level Sensor Link Rods Seized On Front And Rear Level Sensors (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 32,705 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)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2017 30,190 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 26,987 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 22,330 miles

Nail in the tread of the N/S/R tyre

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 18,004 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/r tyre has damage to sidewall

Pass 15 Nov 2012 15,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2011 13,958 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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LD08 BJX 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 78.9%.

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 BJX, 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 LD08 BJX registered?

LD08 BJX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 17 June 2008.

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