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MK08 CXW

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

156,382 mi
Last recorded156,382 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 CXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 156,382 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre screw ()

Pass 26 Apr 2018 122,713 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner side light bulb not working

Pass 28 Apr 2017 96,538 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 96,538 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 79,740 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 63,006 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 63,006 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Engine management light on.

Pass 19 Jul 2014 53,184 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 53,119 miles

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

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,797 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 38,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 38,009 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 19,164 miles

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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MK08 CXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MK08 CXW, 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 MK08 CXW registered?

MK08 CXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is MK08 CXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 CXW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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