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MR51 HOP

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

112,368 mi
Last recorded112,368 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR51 HOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 112,368 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 108,701 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 104,368 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 99,666 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 95,749 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 91,917 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 84,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 76,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyre treads low (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 71,301 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 May 2016 68,387 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 64,194 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 64,190 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2014 58,770 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 52,929 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf & nsf tyres scrubbing on outer edges

Pass 9 May 2012 46,610 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 4 May 2012 46,588 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 May 2011 39,571 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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MR51 HOP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MR51 HOP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MR51 HOP registered?

MR51 HOP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is MR51 HOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR51 HOP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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