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RB08 ARC

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,298 mi
Last recorded91,298 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRB08 ARC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 91,298 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 81,465 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 81,459 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 76,893 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 75,436 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 73,875 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 63,438 miles

Poly V belt is oil soaked and slightly damaged.

Pass 16 Apr 2018 56,456 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Apr 2017 52,228 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 45,998 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 41,314 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 37,975 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 29,537 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,270 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,829 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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RB08 ARC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RB08 ARC, 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 RB08 ARC registered?

RB08 ARC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is RB08 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RB08 ARC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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