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SD08 ONK

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

147,974 mi
Last recorded147,974 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 ONK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 147,974 miles

Central Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Corrosion to rear inner sills

Corrosion to rear outer wheel arches

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 147,973 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to front suspension dropped (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to rear inner sills

Corrosion to rear outer wheel arches

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 140,660 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion to rear inner sills

corrosion to rear outer wheel arches

Fail 29 Jun 2022 140,658 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Central Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion to rear inner sills

corrosion to rear outer wheel arches

Pass 14 Jul 2021 129,435 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 120,952 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both front flexi hoses perished

both rear hand brake outer cases poor

engine light on

n/s/f tyre worn smooth outer edge needs attention

rear brake pads 2mm

washer fluid level low

wipers smear

Fail 15 Jun 2020 120,951 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both front flexi hoses perished

both rear hand brake outer cases poor

engine light on

n/s/f tyre worn smooth outer edge needs attention

rear brake pads 2mm

washer fluid level low

wipers smear

Pass 19 Jun 2019 114,008 miles

MIL on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 105,470 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2016

slight play in rear suspension bushes

Pass 30 Dec 2015 99,219 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 89,971 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 72,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 59,421 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 59,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 48,133 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 36,465 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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SD08 ONK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SD08 ONK, 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 SD08 ONK registered?

SD08 ONK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is SD08 ONK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 ONK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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