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AV08 RPX

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,680 mi
Last recorded77,680 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 RPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 77,680 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 58,820 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 56,339 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 50,485 miles

both rear tyre perished

Pass 9 May 2017 49,262 miles

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

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

all four tyres perished

rear brake discs lipped

Pass 16 Jan 2016 48,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 48,231 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 46,071 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,334 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2012 39,295 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,398 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 31,888 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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AV08 RPX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AV08 RPX, 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 AV08 RPX registered?

AV08 RPX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is AV08 RPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 RPX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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