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BB52 RUD

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,190 mi
Last recorded96,190 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB52 RUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 96,190 miles

LOUD KNOCKING UNDER HEAVY BRAKING

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 Mar 2017 88,162 miles

Offside side repeater dim

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Mar 2017 88,144 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside side repeater dim

Pass 8 Mar 2016 73,400 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f ,n/s/f & n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 4 Mar 2016 3,775 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f ,n/s/f & n/s/r tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Jan 2015 57,311 miles

front brake discs wearing slightly

Pass 22 Oct 2013 52,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2013 50,861 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs lipped

Fail 17 Jan 2013 50,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs lipped

nsr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2012 44,696 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on inner sides

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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BB52 RUD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BB52 RUD, 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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BB52 RUD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 19 November 2008.

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