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MV57 FVR

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,906 mi
Last recorded159,906 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 FVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 159,906 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 155,831 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 149,963 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 147,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2023 147,866 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SUPPLY TO FLEX HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 135,267 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 135,267 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 120,165 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 120,163 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 109,967 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 95,685 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 95,685 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2017 78,095 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 59,600 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above subframe...to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 17 Mar 2016 59,600 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing Detached/cut (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Above subframe...to brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Mar 2015 46,528 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,639 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 33,639 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 32,505 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 30,768 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,539 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 29,374 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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MV57 FVR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MV57 FVR, 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

How do I check the history of MV57 FVR?

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What year was MV57 FVR registered?

MV57 FVR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is MV57 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 FVR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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