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YF08 EWR

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,655 mi
Last recorded158,655 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 EWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 158,655 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT 2/3MM - 255 55 19 111W

BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT 2/3MM - 255 55 19 111W

REAR SEATS FOLDED DOWN / ITEMS ON SEAT BACKS UNABLE TO TEST REAR BELTS & BUCKLES

Fail 4 Jun 2019 157,797 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2018 131,558 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2017 115,989 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 115,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 98,776 miles

front brake pads worn

glow plug light on

rear brake pads worn

Pass 1 May 2015 89,904 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 77,433 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 67,378 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 49,142 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 35,992 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)

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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YF08 EWR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YF08 EWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF08 EWR registered?

YF08 EWR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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