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AN08 VVZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

156,422 mi
Last recorded156,422 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 VVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 156,422 miles

Bake cable slightly deteriorated but not excessive

Fail 21 Oct 2024 156,422 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Bake cable slightly deteriorated but not excessive

Pass 4 Oct 2023 153,936 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess all (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 151,041 miles

Offside Front tyre smooth on edge

Pass 20 Oct 2021 148,234 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 145,060 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 140,324 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 133,945 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 128,648 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 122,467 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 117,929 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 114,453 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 111,530 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 108,281 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 100,022 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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AN08 VVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AN08 VVZ, 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 AN08 VVZ registered?

AN08 VVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is AN08 VVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 VVZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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