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R123 LMG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

172,228 mi
Last recorded172,228 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 LMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 172,228 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 166,465 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 161,943 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 157,468 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 153,541 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 149,128 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 145,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 136,755 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 126,477 miles

Oil leak ()

emissions too clean

Pass 12 Jan 2017 116,891 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 109,201 miles

engine covers fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2014 103,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2014 103,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 96,912 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 73,555 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front and both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2011 57,844 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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R123 LMG 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 93.8%.

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 R123 LMG, 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 R123 LMG registered?

R123 LMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is R123 LMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 LMG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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