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PL08 ZMO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,860 mi
Last recorded131,860 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 ZMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 131,860 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 124,962 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 116,132 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 99,250 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 93,183 miles

rear parking brake covering missing

Pass 17 Apr 2015 92,475 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 89,062 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 80,344 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 80,340 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 66,603 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 49,952 miles

NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE

Fail 22 Mar 2011 49,952 miles

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

NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE

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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PL08 ZMO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL08 ZMO, 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 PL08 ZMO registered?

PL08 ZMO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is PL08 ZMO safe to buy?

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