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2008 Mercedes ML 3.0L Diesel · J7 JOB

J7 JOB

2008 Mercedes ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 96,883 miles. MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
MERCEDES ML
Year / Origin
2008
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Aug 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
96,883 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Aug 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2008
Engine
2987cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

Official DVSA records show no MOT history available for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML, meaning no roadworthiness status or maintenance trend can be determined from historical test data. Without recorded test dates, outcomes, or advisories, the structural and mechanical condition remains entirely unverified by public inspection records. Mileage data is completely absent from the official database, leaving the lifetime distance covered unknown and preventing any assessment of annual mileage accumulation, gaps between tests, or consistency of use relative to the vehicle age of eighteen years. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough physical and mechanical inspection in person, paying close attention to critical high-wear components typical of large diesel or petrol sport utility vehicles of this era, including the air suspension system, brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, and structural integrity of the chassis. Verifying the physical service history through stamped logbooks or paper invoices is essential to establish past upkeep before proceeding with a purchase.

J7 JOB Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2026
  • 96,883 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
✓ No outstanding recalls
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J7 JOB Mileage History

  1. 13/07/202289,475 mi
  2. 07/08/202491,823 mi+2,348 mi
  3. 15/08/202491,823 mi
  4. 11/08/202592,805 mi+982 mi
  5. 20/08/202696,883 mi+4,078 mi

Average of roughly 1,805 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

J7 JOB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 01:59
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes Ml (J7 JOB) between July 2022 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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