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OU08 NBG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,488 mi
Last recorded119,488 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 NBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 119,488 miles

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

Rear prop shaft centre mount/bush worn

Pass 27 Oct 2022 113,237 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/55/19 nankang nk utility sp 7 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 113,208 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/55/19 nankang nk utility sp 7 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 105,718 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 99,159 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 94,288 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 88,541 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 88,395 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 80,845 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 73,688 miles

o/s/r stop light slightly dim

Pass 3 Sep 2015 64,733 miles

N/S/F OUTER CV GAITOR CONDITION

Pass 13 Sep 2014 56,766 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 53,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/front worn on outside edge

Pass 14 Sep 2012 46,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 40,006 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 40,000 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 NBG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OU08 NBG, 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 NBG registered?

OU08 NBG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for OU08 NBG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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