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VU08 ZYG

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

132,104 mi
Last recorded132,104 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 ZYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 132,104 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot slightly deteriorated

Fail 1 Oct 2021 132,104 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 124,159 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 124,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 115,097 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 110,134 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 103,414 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 99,604 miles

Nearside Rear Outer parking brake cable deteriorated

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Inner parking brake cable deteriorated

Pass 2 Feb 2015 86,067 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

extensive oil leak??

front tyres wearing on edges??

o/s steering rack leak?

Pass 24 Feb 2014 77,483 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 68,914 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 58,222 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 53,038 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 ZYG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZYG, 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

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What year was VU08 ZYG registered?

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

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The MOT history for VU08 ZYG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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