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YT08 KUA

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,077 mi
Last recorded113,077 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 KUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 113,077 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 104,818 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 98,133 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 98,031 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 90,647 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 84,101 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 84,101 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2020 81,065 miles

Under tray's fitted preventing full inspections of some prescribed areas and brake pipes

Fail 10 Mar 2020 81,065 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under tray's fitted preventing full inspections of some prescribed areas and brake pipes

Pass 14 Nov 2018 75,968 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 75,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread area cracked

Parking brake outer cables corroded

Plastic under covers fitted preventing full inspection of brake pipes and prescribed areas

Pass 7 Nov 2015 72,420 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 72,420 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,749 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 56,161 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 46,195 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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YT08 KUA 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 75%.

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 YT08 KUA, 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 YT08 KUA registered?

YT08 KUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is YT08 KUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 KUA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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