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YE08 OEM

2008 Mercedes Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,741 mi
Last recorded156,741 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Ml90,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE08 OEM
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 156,741 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear has slight corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 156,739 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective very cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear has slight corrosion at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 145,836 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 145,701 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both Sides (1.4.1 (a))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant LOW on Pre Check

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 139,959 miles

Nearside 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 26 May 2023 139,571 miles

Offside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2022 136,673 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 128,811 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 128,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 124,681 miles

Cannot inspect vehicle properly underneath due to splash gaurds.

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 117,821 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 97,882 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 85,564 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 71,795 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 59,663 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 45,141 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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YE08 OEM is a 2008 Mercedes Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YE08 OEM, 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 YE08 OEM registered?

YE08 OEM is a 2008 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is YE08 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE08 OEM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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