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WF08 WXL

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,609 mi
Last recorded172,609 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 172,609 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2022 172,321 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 155,274 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 144,119 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 133,536 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 113,483 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 113,482 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 May 2017 103,890 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 93,446 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 80,696 miles

OSF suspension strut misting oil

Fail 2 Jun 2015 80,613 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

OSF suspension strut misting oil

Pass 30 May 2014 72,196 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 60,399 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 48,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 35,688 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 WXL 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 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 WF08 WXL, 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 WXL registered?

WF08 WXL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WF08 WXL safe to buy?

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