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BF08 LCY

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,059 mi
Last recorded93,059 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 LCY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2024 93,059 miles

Nearside Front 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 6 Feb 2023 91,044 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 90,440 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 86,419 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 81,937 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 81,916 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 75,546 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 73,935 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear as indicated (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 65,986 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 57,562 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 53,136 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 45,749 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 42,809 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 32,963 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 LCY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BF08 LCY, 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 BF08 LCY registered?

BF08 LCY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BF08 LCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 LCY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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