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LP08 JXB

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,509 mi
Last recorded109,509 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 JXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 109,509 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 108,816 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the suspension is corroded needs cleaning off and treating to prevent further corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted to the underside

Fail 4 Nov 2024 108,803 miles

Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation parking brake cable snapped (1.1.15 (d))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe inside n/s front wing under abs unit (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension components becoming corroded needs waxoiling

underbody covers fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2023 106,891 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all the rear suspension has signs of corrosion and needs cleaning off and treating (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 103,461 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 92,213 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 92,213 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 83,545 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 77,597 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 71,662 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 71,662 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour faded (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured faded (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 65,618 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 60,074 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,925 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 49,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 43,581 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 36,990 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 33,646 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 28,709 miles

All discs corroding

Off side front tyre worn on edge of tread

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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LP08 JXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver 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 LP08 JXB, 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 LP08 JXB registered?

LP08 JXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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