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WF08 WXC

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,438 mi
Last recorded153,438 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 WXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 153,438 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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 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))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

park brake effort only just met,it would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 25 Feb 2020 145,328 miles

Advise Engine bay covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive unable to see the full extent of the oil leak due to engine bay covers & Under trays fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 138,112 miles

Advise Engine bay covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 118,676 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 118,676 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 99,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Feb 2016 84,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on edges.

Offside Front Tyre wearing on edges.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 83,934 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on edges.

Offside Front Tyre wearing on edges.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 67,352 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 67,352 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 53,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front number plate cracked, not causing disfigurment

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2013 53,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front number plate cracked, not causing disfigurment

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Nov 2012 45,519 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

N/S/R Tyre cracking on inner rim

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,519 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

N/S/R Tyre cracking on inner rim

Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,022 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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WF08 WXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WXC, 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 WXC registered?

WF08 WXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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