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RY57 AYE

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

217,293 mi
Last recorded217,293 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 AYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 217,293 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

general corrosion to suspension components

Pass 12 Nov 2021 212,869 miles

General underside corrosion

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 212,865 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

General underside corrosion

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 205,218 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked into swept area on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 205,206 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge

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

Offside front inner brake pad getting low

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked into swept area on nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 194,775 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2019 194,775 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system above fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 184,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 174,281 miles

full underbody covers fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2018 174,281 miles

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

full underbody covers fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2017 159,830 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

sill,underbody & engine covers fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2017 159,830 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

sill,underbody & engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2016 142,415 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

engine fault lamp on

various lighting faults displayed on instrument display

Fail 22 Jan 2016 142,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

engine fault lamp on

various lighting faults displayed on instrument display

Pass 17 Jan 2015 126,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Warning on dash for brake lights brake lights working

Fail 2 Jan 2015 126,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear tyre worn smooth inner edge

Pass 2 Jan 2014 109,334 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 92,565 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 78,542 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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RY57 AYE 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 63.2%.

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 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 RY57 AYE, 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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RY57 AYE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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