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SP08 OLO

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,241 mi
Last recorded96,241 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 OLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 96,241 miles

All suspension comp sub frames and sills mounting points brake pipes undersealed

Fail 25 Mar 2024 96,235 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 92,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe bush worn

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

Offside Front Subframe bush worn

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 92,467 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Main to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Subframe bush worn

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

Offside Front Subframe bush worn

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 87,929 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 10 Mar 2021 82,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 76,776 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 70,776 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2019 70,776 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 65,881 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 60,328 miles

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

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

under trims fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 17 Mar 2016 54,814 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2016 54,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexie (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexie (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 48,769 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 43,257 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 34,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 28,020 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,361 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 OLO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OLO, 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 OLO registered?

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

Is SP08 OLO safe to buy?

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