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LF08 EHJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,101 mi
Last recorded110,101 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 EHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 110,101 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 99,052 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 92,465 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 85,832 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

steering rack has slight movement at fixings but not excessive movement

Fail 23 Sep 2019 85,829 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

steering rack has slight movement at fixings but not excessive movement

Pass 18 Aug 2018 81,395 miles

covers fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2017 77,587 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2016 73,086 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 28 Jun 2016 73,086 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Jun 2015 66,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms bushs slight play

Pass 15 Jun 2015 66,167 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms bushs slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2014 59,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 52,194 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 41,124 miles

Emissions test was carried out but no readings were measured

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

Glow plug warning light is on

Pass 1 Mar 2011 30,180 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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LF08 EHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LF08 EHJ, 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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LF08 EHJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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