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A4 JEN

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,803 mi
Last recorded49,803 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 JEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 49,803 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 49,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/55 19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth remaining, and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 34,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 17,523 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 17,403 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 17,373 miles

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

Front Lower expired tax and holder / sticker in drivers view / wiper sweep

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2022 17,373 miles

Offside Rear Outer Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. 3rd row (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Lower expired tax and holder / sticker in drivers view / wiper sweep

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 17,332 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 17,307 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 17,281 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 17,047 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 16,923 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 16,195 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 16,194 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 15,879 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear seats folded flat

Pass 30 Apr 2014 15,508 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,654 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 14,247 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2011 12,778 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl?

Based on 50,164 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
7,279
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 271
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 232
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 220
position lamp(s) not working 172
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A4 JEN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A4 JEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A4 JEN registered?

A4 JEN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 14 May 2008.

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