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SA08 LWR

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,497 mi
Last recorded151,497 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 LWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 151,497 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

covers fitted

front and rear suspension corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2024 144,775 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside 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))

parking brake cables deteriorated

Fail 15 Nov 2024 144,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside 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))

parking brake cables deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2023 136,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside 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))

Parking brake cables deteriated

Pass 4 Nov 2022 128,175 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 122,607 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 119,489 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 119,486 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main length (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded main length (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 115,837 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 112,242 miles

all 4 tyres out of shape

Fail 15 Nov 2018 112,239 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

all 4 tyres out of shape

Pass 27 Oct 2017 105,598 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 91,158 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 77,851 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 65,132 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 61,297 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 50,299 miles

No lock-up on park brake

Pass 5 Mar 2012 45,317 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 40,432 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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SA08 LWR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver 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 SA08 LWR, 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 SA08 LWR registered?

SA08 LWR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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