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LG08 SJU

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

174,939 mi
Last recorded174,939 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 SJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 174,939 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

all 4 jacking points corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2023 168,118 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front road wheel shows welded repair

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 149,930 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 149,923 miles

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

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

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

Nearside 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))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 136,548 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 136,547 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 124,636 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 14 Aug 2020 124,636 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 116,893 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 116,893 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2018 112,744 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 109,039 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2016 104,411 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2015 99,494 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 99,494 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 93,365 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 93,365 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 64,704 miles

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

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 64,704 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)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 43,637 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,710 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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LG08 SJU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG08 SJU, 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 LG08 SJU registered?

LG08 SJU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LG08 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 SJU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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