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PC04 SLC

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

121,518 mi
Last recorded121,518 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPC04 SLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 121,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 103,476 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 95,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both front. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Both front tyres heavily worn on inner shoulder.

Pass 18 Apr 2023 80,191 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 63,047 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 55,794 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,369 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 46,060 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 46,060 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 38,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.5mm approx (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 34,697 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 31,016 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 29,664 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 27,856 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 25,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all four tyres getting low on tread and worn on edges

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,196 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 17,718 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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PC04 SLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PC04 SLC, 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.

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What year was PC04 SLC registered?

PC04 SLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 22 February 2008.

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