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YD08 OAB

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

161,800 mi
Last recorded161,800 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 OAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 161,800 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 161,715 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both sides (HID kit) (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 158,567 miles

Offside Rear Outer rearlamp - inoperative

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 155,245 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 149,355 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 144,635 miles

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

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 power steering system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 139,394 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect - (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 127,442 miles

HID headlamps fitted? Dealer fit

Park brake pedal rubber - missing

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 110,254 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 96,367 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)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 82,001 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 64,727 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 50,108 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,476 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 27,299 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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YD08 OAB 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 93.3%.

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 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 YD08 OAB, 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 YD08 OAB registered?

YD08 OAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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