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M16 SLV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,697 mi
Last recorded118,697 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 SLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 118,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 115,467 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 115,467 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 112,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 109,738 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 109,210 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2021 109,210 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front/rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 108,638 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 105,292 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 101,249 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 93,887 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 83,271 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 75,018 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2014 68,386 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 63,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 58,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2011 52,108 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 37,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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M16 SLV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M16 SLV, 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 M16 SLV registered?

M16 SLV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is M16 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M16 SLV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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