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SV08 JYR

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,858 mi
Last recorded154,858 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 JYR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 154,858 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 154,858 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 151,668 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear mounts on sub frame x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point on sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point on sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear All rear suspension components corroded .

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Sill areas unable to be fully inspected due to factory covers/ side steps.

Pass 9 Apr 2024 143,047 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front ball joint in hub

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2023 129,276 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 129,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged nsf bracket snapped (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 120,616 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 115,215 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 101,870 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 91,204 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s/f tyre inner sidewall cut

Pass 26 Jan 2018 82,714 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 72,970 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 72,970 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 61,816 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 52,230 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 52,223 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 44,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 35,843 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 29,294 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,778 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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SV08 JYR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV08 JYR, 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 SV08 JYR registered?

SV08 JYR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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