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LT08 BTV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

170,988 mi
Last recorded170,988 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 BTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 170,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear passenger seats have been removed ()

Pass 1 May 2024 163,270 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front and both rear lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 May 2023 156,833 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 May 2022 150,645 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 137,029 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2020 129,236 miles

Rear brake pipes corroded front pads low

Pass 23 May 2019 117,354 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 103,629 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 May 2017 86,489 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 24 May 2017 86,486 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2016 73,515 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Handbrake efficiency =16% Pass rate =16% adjustment advised

Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,799 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 58,450 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 54,066 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 54,066 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 50,112 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 41,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LT08 BTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LT08 BTV, 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 LT08 BTV registered?

LT08 BTV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LT08 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 BTV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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