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LR57 BWE

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,197 mi
Last recorded67,197 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 BWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 67,197 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 63,437 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear most slightly corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 58,206 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 52,500 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 46,200 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 40,950 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 34,757 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 34,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 29,752 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 28,184 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 26,975 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 25,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 25,606 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,171 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,770 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2011 20,555 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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LR57 BWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR57 BWE, 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 LR57 BWE registered?

LR57 BWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is LR57 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR57 BWE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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