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SP08 DFV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,029 mi
Last recorded126,029 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 DFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 126,029 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 122,772 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 118,737 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 112,953 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 111,767 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 110,928 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 108,637 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 108,623 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 102,678 miles

nearside exhaust clamp from dpf to centre section cracked

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside exhaust flange joint from dpf to centre section cracked

rear exhaust brackets missing but supported by other means (appears to be steel cable with plastic coating)

Pass 26 Apr 2018 91,746 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside clamp at joint from dpf to centre section cracked

Offside exhaust flange joint from dpf to centre section cracked

Fail 24 Apr 2018 91,746 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside clamp at joint from dpf to centre section cracked

Offside exhaust flange joint from dpf to centre section cracked

Pass 17 Mar 2017 77,519 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 64,680 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 64,663 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,108 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 47,940 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 41,093 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 33,595 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,609 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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SP08 DFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SP08 DFV, 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

How do I check the history of SP08 DFV?

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What year was SP08 DFV registered?

SP08 DFV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SP08 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 DFV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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