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LS58 VXP

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,667 mi
Last recorded167,667 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS58 VXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 167,667 miles

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 150,852 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 135,832 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 128,150 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 128,139 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 111,128 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 111,122 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 93,492 miles

slight oil leak

undertray fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2020 88,369 miles

engine cover fitted

slight oil leak

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2019 81,939 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 81,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 74,975 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak Diff driveshaft seal leaking ()

Oil leak engine/gearbox area ()

Undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jan 2017 61,594 miles

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

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

engine covers under trays fitted

engine/gearbox slight oil leak

o/s/r seat belt slow to retract and needs aid

Fail 17 Jan 2017 61,222 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jan 2016 48,282 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Engine oil needs slight top up

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

Fail 16 Jan 2016 48,282 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Engine oil needs slight top up

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 41,479 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 32,724 miles

all tyres getting low

Pass 4 Jan 2013 25,734 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 20,602 miles

rear sealts folded not allowing full inspection of adult belts

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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LS58 VXP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LS58 VXP, 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 LS58 VXP registered?

LS58 VXP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LS58 VXP safe to buy?

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