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SA08 OBW

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,646 mi
Last recorded110,646 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 OBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 110,646 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 102,458 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 96,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 94,109 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 92,446 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2021 90,767 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 85,864 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 76,983 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 72,388 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 66,788 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,825 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 57,154 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 49,315 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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 44,677 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 35,022 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Mar 2012 35,022 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,938 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 OBW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 OBW, 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 OBW registered?

SA08 OBW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SA08 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA08 OBW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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