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S8 CTF

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,640 mi
Last recorded141,640 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 CTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 141,640 miles

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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 137,762 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 27 May 2025 137,759 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 127,816 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All to front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2023 120,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 112,160 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2021 101,619 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2020 91,244 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 22 May 2020 91,244 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2019 84,491 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 78,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2 mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6 mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 78,351 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low both aims (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2 mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6 mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 73,436 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted.

Fail 12 Oct 2016 73,436 miles

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

engine cover and under tray fitted.

Pass 27 May 2016 69,976 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 59,899 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 59,899 miles

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2014 50,114 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 47,711 miles

Fuel residue in undertrays and fuel pipes to fuel filter. No leaks detected at time of test.

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside park brake cable deteriorated.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2012 42,025 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 42,025 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 37,730 miles

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

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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S8 CTF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S8 CTF, 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 S8 CTF registered?

S8 CTF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is S8 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 CTF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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