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SM08 AVX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,966 mi
Last recorded150,966 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 AVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 150,966 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 140,124 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 127,599 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2016 112,587 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 97,845 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 89,009 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Apr 2013 74,947 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2013 74,947 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 63,995 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 51,017 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

rear brake discs grooved

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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SM08 AVX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM08 AVX, 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 SM08 AVX registered?

SM08 AVX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is SM08 AVX safe to buy?

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