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LT08 LWY

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,915 mi
Last recorded97,915 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 LWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 97,915 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 97,915 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 94,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 90,454 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 90,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 85,247 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 79,050 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 73,961 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 73,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 68,624 miles

oil residue around front subframe

Fail 30 Jan 2018 68,624 miles

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

oil residue around front subframe

Pass 3 Feb 2017 63,106 miles

oil residue on nearside front of subframe

Pass 18 Feb 2016 56,179 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 56,179 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 49,727 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 43,038 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 34,838 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 16,747 miles

Oil leak

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 LWY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LT08 LWY, 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 LWY registered?

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

Is LT08 LWY safe to buy?

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