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MF08 XWM

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

125,495 mi
Last recorded125,495 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 XWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 125,495 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 113,497 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 102,520 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (inside edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 92,342 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 84,897 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 81,145 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 75,133 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 72,648 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 70,232 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 67,841 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 64,005 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 61,152 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 58,374 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 54,338 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 54,338 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 47,398 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 47,397 miles

Rear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,047 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 33,572 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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MF08 XWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MF08 XWM, 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 MF08 XWM registered?

MF08 XWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MF08 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 XWM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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