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AX57 HXN

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

189,949 mi
Last recorded189,949 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 HXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 189,949 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 184,171 miles

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

engine oil is low

Pass 23 Mar 2022 170,797 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 160,490 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 160,461 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 146,436 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 146,436 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 130,675 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 130,673 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 119,229 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 119,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 108,315 miles

Slight lip on brake disc's

Pass 5 Mar 2016 99,319 miles

Engine covers and under covers fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2015 86,364 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 79,641 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 79,641 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 76,508 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 61,780 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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AX57 HXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX57 HXN, 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 AX57 HXN registered?

AX57 HXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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