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LL58 VXN

2008 Mercedes Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,140 mi
Last recorded98,140 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ml90,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL58 VXN
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2025 98,140 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

general suspension corrosion

Pass 29 Jan 2024 95,034 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 94,345 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on int mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened & rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

hand brake low effort

Fail 18 Jan 2023 94,345 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides, nearside cable broken (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners on int mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened & rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 90,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded, Nearside & Offside

Pass 11 Nov 2020 88,213 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 87,008 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 86,960 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 86,960 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 74,001 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 60,409 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 38,767 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2015 38,765 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 35,717 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 33,018 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,390 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 24,321 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Stop lamp not working 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 45
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LL58 VXN is a 2008 Mercedes Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 90,468 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 Ml fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LL58 VXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LL58 VXN registered?

LL58 VXN is a 2008 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LL58 VXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL58 VXN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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