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SF58 SZG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

157,183 mi
Last recorded157,183 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF58 SZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 157,183 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 155,773 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 155,773 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 155,766 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Oct 2024 155,759 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 144,812 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 132,920 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 124,261 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres inner face (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 116,697 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 116,697 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 107,615 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 97,943 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 87,590 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 87,590 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel footbrake/handbrake lever (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 69,732 miles

Oil leak rear of gearbox/ engine ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 54,702 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 40,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 40,233 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 36,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 32,162 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 22 Nov 2012 32,162 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,472 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 29,327 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 29,181 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 28,930 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SF58 SZG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 SF58 SZG, 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 SF58 SZG registered?

SF58 SZG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is SF58 SZG safe to buy?

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