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SN57 KKY

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

158,293 mi
Last recorded158,293 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN57 KKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 158,293 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

slight corrosion to underbody and suspension

Pass 11 Mar 2025 142,908 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components + Slight Oil Leak

all suspension corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2024 137,689 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all suspension corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2022 126,344 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under tray and underbody covers and side sill covers fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2022 126,344 miles

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

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack end (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

under tray and underbody covers and side sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2021 115,199 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2020 104,726 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 104,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 96,374 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 86,950 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 78,089 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 69,665 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 60,350 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 52,278 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 44,512 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 35,579 miles

full undershield fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2011 27,307 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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SN57 KKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SN57 KKY, 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 SN57 KKY registered?

SN57 KKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is SN57 KKY safe to buy?

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