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BF08 KTL

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

135,018 mi
Last recorded135,018 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 KTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 135,018 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 133,539 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 133,539 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 128,728 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 128,727 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2019 120,076 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 101,427 miles

undertrays fitted cannot inspect some underside components

Fail 5 Apr 2018 101,427 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

undertrays fitted cannot inspect some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2017 94,629 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 94,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 87,463 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 81,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 81,876 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 75,512 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 59,687 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both rear tyres are wearing low to 2mm

Pass 4 Oct 2011 51,765 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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BF08 KTL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BF08 KTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 KTL registered?

BF08 KTL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BF08 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 KTL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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