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YS57 YXM

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,954 mi
Last recorded137,954 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 YXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 137,954 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 137,954 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 134,408 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 123,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 113,309 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 113,308 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2016 100,050 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 94,110 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 83,319 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 73,195 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 62,331 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 43,097 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 43,097 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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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YS57 YXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YS57 YXM, 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 YS57 YXM registered?

YS57 YXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is YS57 YXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS57 YXM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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