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SP08 MMA

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,565 mi
Last recorded131,565 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 MMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 131,565 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 117,924 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 98,137 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 98,127 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

rear brake pad wear sensor not fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2014 71,977 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

o/s/r hand brake cable outer casing in poor condition

Pass 17 Oct 2012 46,385 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 46,385 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 41,053 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 MMA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SP08 MMA, 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 SP08 MMA registered?

SP08 MMA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is SP08 MMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 MMA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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