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NJ08 YCD

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

105,340 mi
Last recorded105,340 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 YCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 105,340 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 98,316 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 91,255 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 82,680 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 82,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 77,594 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 71,718 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Looks like rear main oil seal. Leaking where engine and gear box meet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 65,123 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (265/45 R20) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (265/45 R20) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 56,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 52,751 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 42,676 miles

engine cover/under trays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2016 39,476 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 36,033 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre has cuts but not yet showing cords

Pass 23 Apr 2014 33,161 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 33,161 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,288 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 24,842 miles

n/s/front tyre damaged to outer side wall.

Fail 23 Apr 2012 24,842 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/front tyre damaged to outer side wall.

Pass 4 Apr 2011 20,113 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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NJ08 YCD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver 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 NJ08 YCD, 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 NJ08 YCD registered?

NJ08 YCD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is NJ08 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ08 YCD 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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