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RK08 ZMV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

95,757 mi
Last recorded95,757 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 ZMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 95,757 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 94,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

high level brake light not working

Pass 28 Jun 2024 92,866 miles

surface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear coil springs

Fail 28 Jun 2024 92,850 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

headlights faded

surface corrosion front,rear suspension,rear coil springs

Pass 29 Jun 2023 91,244 miles

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

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

headlights fading

n/s/r tyre wearing low

surface corrosion front suspension rear subframes,rear springs

Pass 29 Jun 2022 89,441 miles

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

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

headlights fading

surface corrosion front,rear suspension,shockers,springs,rear subframe,front lower arms

Pass 23 Jun 2021 87,475 miles

surface corrosionrear subframe,rear springs

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 90/95% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 80% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 85,699 miles

surface corrosion rear subframe,springs,o/s/r metal brake pipe

Pass 8 Mar 2019 81,271 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

injector seal leaking

Pass 3 Jan 2018 81,208 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 75,408 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 75,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a puncture

Pass 16 Jul 2015 64,252 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 64,252 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 55,735 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 46,782 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 40,487 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 38,882 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 26,213 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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RK08 ZMV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RK08 ZMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 ZMV registered?

RK08 ZMV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 June 2008.

Is RK08 ZMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 ZMV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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