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WF08 WTX

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,345 mi
Last recorded162,345 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 162,345 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 162,345 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2019 148,333 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 21 Nov 2019 148,333 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 143,037 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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front 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))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 129,311 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 116,318 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 102,432 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 88,698 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 66,705 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 43,524 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 43,524 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 24,901 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 23,948 miles

offside front tyre outer sidewall has slight damage

Fail 24 May 2011 23,927 miles

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

offside front tyre outer sidewall has slight damage

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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WF08 WTX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WF08 WTX, 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 WF08 WTX registered?

WF08 WTX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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