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SM58 EXO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,379 mi
Last recorded123,379 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM58 EXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 123,379 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 123,371 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero blade fitted (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released all stop lamps stuck on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 117,894 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 113,150 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2020 110,106 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 104,887 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2018 101,713 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil Leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Nov 2018 101,713 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil Leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jan 2018 98,165 miles

Both side rear parking brake cable slightly corroded

Engine covers+under trays fitted,obscuring view of some underside components

slight play detected on steering column

Fail 17 Nov 2017 98,051 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 93,901 miles

Front Wipers slightly smearing

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 88,204 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 80,273 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 80,273 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 73,952 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 59,081 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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SM58 EXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM58 EXO, 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 SM58 EXO registered?

SM58 EXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 December 2008.

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