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YJ08 MXF

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,641 mi
Last recorded114,641 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 MXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 114,641 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

vehicle oil sprayed under vehicle

Pass 31 Jul 2019 108,166 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit....Replacement recommended (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Replacement recommended (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 100,494 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 100,494 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 85,946 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 78,582 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 78,582 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 72,579 miles

Engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Engine oil close to minimum

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Feb 2015 64,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,319 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 47,039 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,261 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 32,331 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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YJ08 MXF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YJ08 MXF, 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 YJ08 MXF registered?

YJ08 MXF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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