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WU08 SVV

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

295,172 mi
Last recorded295,172 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 SVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 295,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 222,890 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2024 181,252 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 162,503 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides are slightly de-laminated and require a polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Various underbody corrosion

Pass 7 Mar 2022 157,852 miles

Front Both frosted but beam image present and correct

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 181,846 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both NSF and OSF disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both NSR and OSR lower arm shocker bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 144,064 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 132,730 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 37,026 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 113,734 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 108,457 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2014 100,241 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 86,210 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 71,754 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 66,279 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2011 66,279 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front 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)

washers partially blocked

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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WU08 SVV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WU08 SVV, 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 WU08 SVV registered?

WU08 SVV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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