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M555 PHE

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,679 mi
Last recorded125,679 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 PHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 125,679 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 123,547 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 122,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 122,042 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 119,031 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 109,148 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2022 109,148 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 97,715 miles

Nearside Rear reversing lamp inoperative

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 97,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/50 r19 107v xl budget (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear reversing lamp inoperative

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 84,837 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Jul 2019 84,837 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2018 74,543 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread just over 2.00 mm and has screw in tread

Offside Rear tyre tread over 2.00 mm

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 65,982 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 65,980 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 58,260 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 52,651 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 47,873 miles

Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside,nearside rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 29 Apr 2014 47,873 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside,nearside rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 1 May 2013 42,671 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 38,720 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 28,490 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M555 PHE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M555 PHE, 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 M555 PHE registered?

M555 PHE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is M555 PHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M555 PHE shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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