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PF57 WBJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,588 mi
Last recorded148,588 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF57 WBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 148,588 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection.

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 127,928 miles

Front brake pipes coated

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine covers fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2015 105,813 miles

Brake pipes greased preventing full inspection

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2015 105,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pipes greased preventing full inspection

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 82,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased preventing a full inspection

Pass 14 Jan 2013 62,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased preventing a full inspection

Pass 28 Dec 2011 38,716 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 29,311 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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PF57 WBJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 PF57 WBJ, 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 PF57 WBJ registered?

PF57 WBJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is PF57 WBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF57 WBJ shows 8 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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