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LS08 XJN

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

137,641 mi
Last recorded137,641 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 XJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 137,641 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear both rear hand brake cables outer covers split open

Pass 6 Jun 2018 122,598 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear both rear hand brake cables outer case split

Fail 9 May 2018 122,257 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

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

Rear both rear hand brake cables outer case split

top engine breather leaking

Pass 19 May 2017 114,860 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 114,860 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 105,493 miles

Nearside Front slightly cut on the outside wall

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt has a pinhole (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 105,493 miles

Nearside Front slightly cut on the outside wall

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt has a pinhole (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 91,649 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 91,649 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2014 76,117 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 72,511 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 53,341 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 40,582 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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LS08 XJN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LS08 XJN, 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 LS08 XJN registered?

LS08 XJN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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