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LM08 LWM

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,848 mi
Last recorded112,848 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 LWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 112,848 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 108,713 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 102,024 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 100,176 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 96,324 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 91,935 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 89,719 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 89,719 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 80,208 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 74,298 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 69,930 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 66,373 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2016 66,372 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine cover fitted

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2015 61,966 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2014 56,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 50,875 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,681 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 44,681 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

N/S H/Brake cable casing split/corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2011 35,457 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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LM08 LWM 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 84.2%.

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 LM08 LWM, 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 LM08 LWM registered?

LM08 LWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is LM08 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 LWM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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