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SD08 UVA

2008 Mercedes Ml

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,309 mi
Last recorded167,309 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ml90,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 UVA
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 167,309 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 158,754 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 139,933 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2021 139,930 miles

Offside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 138,460 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 3mm

both front brake pipes slightly corroded and covered in grease not allowing full inspection

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded and covered in grease not allowing full inspection

centre stop lamp not working

rear discs slightly corroded

rear tyres slightly cracked

slight oil leak

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Jun 2019 136,244 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 133,544 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 129,146 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2018 129,134 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 114,437 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 96,373 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 77,965 miles

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

oil around engine

Pass 1 Aug 2012 65,116 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 65,113 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 50,464 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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SD08 UVA is a 2008 Mercedes Ml in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD08 UVA, 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 SD08 UVA registered?

SD08 UVA is a 2008 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SD08 UVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 UVA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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