2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · SY08 LWH
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 96,020 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,020 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY08 LWH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/09/2026
- 96,020 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY08 LWH 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 (SY08 LWH) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Brake pipe excessively corroded Main brake pipe front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))”.
SY08 LWH Mileage History
- 07/09/202291,757 mi
- 06/09/202393,192 mi+1,435 mi
- 06/09/202494,011 mi+819 mi
- 05/09/202595,648 mi+1,637 mi
- 17/09/202696,020 mi+372 mi
Average of roughly 1,058 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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