2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · ME08 AJE
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 154,027 miles. MOT valid until 09 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,027 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ME08 AJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2026
- 154,027 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ME08 AJE MOT History
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-Benz Ml (ME08 AJE) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))”.
ME08 AJE Mileage History
- 11/09/2024140,930 mi
- 11/09/2024140,930 mi
- 20/08/2025147,794 mi+6,864 mi
- 20/08/2025147,794 mi
- 09/09/2026154,027 mi+6,233 mi
Average of roughly 6,570 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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