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RV08 KBX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

134,012 mi
Last recorded134,012 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 KBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 134,012 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 126,926 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 122,045 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 111,998 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 101,436 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 101,436 miles

Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 88,385 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 75,813 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 73,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 73,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 62,660 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 54,195 miles

Damage to outer wall of n/side rear tyre.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 42,410 miles

Damage to outer wall of n/side rear tyre.

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 34,446 miles

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

drivers seatbelt starting to wear

front number plate starting to crack

n/s/r tyre wall (outter) cut

rear brake pads low

washers not hitting screan correctly

Pass 20 Feb 2012 34,446 miles

drivers seatbelt starting to wear

front number plate starting to crack

n/s/r tyre wall (outter) cut

rear brake pads low

washers not hitting screan correctly

Pass 18 Feb 2011 25,955 miles

front and rear inner brake pads appear to be getting low

Fail 17 Feb 2011 25,954 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

front and rear inner brake pads appear to be getting low

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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RV08 KBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV08 KBX, 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 RV08 KBX registered?

RV08 KBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is RV08 KBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 KBX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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