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OU08 LNP

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,442 mi
Last recorded131,442 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 LNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 131,442 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2026 131,440 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 125,656 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2025 125,646 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Malfunction indicator lamp showing fault, failure on vehicles registered 1/7/2008 onwards

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 123,712 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 123,708 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both at fuel tank bend (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 119,462 miles

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

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

Offside 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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Nov 2020 118,024 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Nov 2019 110,344 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2019 110,344 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 99,831 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Nov 2018 99,830 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Dec 2017 90,977 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 79,771 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 77,824 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 74,526 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 66,591 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 55,393 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jan 2013 55,393 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2012 44,390 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all items not fully checked due to manufactures covers fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2011 43,875 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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OU08 LNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OU08 LNP, 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 OU08 LNP registered?

OU08 LNP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is OU08 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 LNP shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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