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SE08 GDA

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,916 mi
Last recorded77,916 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 GDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 77,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 72,228 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 65,676 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 64,369 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 62,226 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s front brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 60,511 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 57,875 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 53,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s front brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s rear brake brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 51,422 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 47,196 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 44,623 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,581 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 35,389 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

front tyres slightly worn on edges

front tyres valves deteriorated

Pass 31 Jul 2012 29,271 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,801 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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SE08 GDA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SE08 GDA, 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 SE08 GDA registered?

SE08 GDA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is SE08 GDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE08 GDA shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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