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LM57 UKO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,963 mi
Last recorded112,963 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 UKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 112,963 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 108,456 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 102,530 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 93,494 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 78,837 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 72,655 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 72,625 miles

All direction indicators not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt buckle missing middle (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative both (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all interior lights constantly on

unable to open fuel flap

Rear unable to open boot

Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,952 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 57,880 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 50,062 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 26 Aug 2016 41,963 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 34,212 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 32,729 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 30,938 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 30,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyre perishing sidewalls

offside front tyre perishing sidewalls

Pass 7 Feb 2013 28,115 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 25,928 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 22,353 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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LM57 UKO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM57 UKO, 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

How do I check the history of LM57 UKO?

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What year was LM57 UKO registered?

LM57 UKO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is LM57 UKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 UKO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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