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SB08 GYK

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,676 mi
Last recorded140,676 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 GYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 140,676 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 137,294 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 14 May 2024 129,594 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 129,594 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 122,346 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 113,918 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 109,063 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 105,486 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 93,886 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 93,886 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 83,405 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 72,995 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 60,126 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 49,965 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 49,965 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 41,792 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 32,883 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 32,883 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (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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SB08 GYK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SB08 GYK, 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 SB08 GYK registered?

SB08 GYK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is SB08 GYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 GYK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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