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VU08 CCE

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

180,379 mi
Last recorded180,379 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 CCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 180,379 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 168,839 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 168,839 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 154,153 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2023 154,125 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2022 141,595 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2021 129,419 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above and behind fuel tank corroded, unable to fully inspect due to there location but appear considerably corroded, advise replace (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 129,417 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above and behind fuel tank corroded, unable to fully inspect due to there location but appear considerably corroded, advise replace (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 111,354 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 95,608 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 90,724 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 84,077 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 77,578 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 71,467 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 70,878 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 60,576 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 May 2014 60,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2013 46,082 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 45,887 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 42,690 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 35,507 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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VU08 CCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VU08 CCE, 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 VU08 CCE registered?

VU08 CCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VU08 CCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 CCE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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