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OV58 SCX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,800 mi
Last recorded111,800 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 SCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 111,800 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 111,502 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 111,465 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 101,429 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 90,761 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2014 90,514 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 69,488 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)

fore and aft adjustment on drivers seat adjusts but does show signs of damage

Fail 18 Dec 2013 69,395 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

fore and aft adjustment on drivers seat adjusts but does show signs of damage

Pass 20 Dec 2012 48,528 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 35,688 miles

rear tyres worn inner edge

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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OV58 SCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV58 SCX, 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 OV58 SCX registered?

OV58 SCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is OV58 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 SCX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV58 SCX have outstanding finance?

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