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BG08 GYT

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,874 mi
Last recorded100,874 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 GYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 100,874 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

noise from rear brakes

rear most seats folded at time of test

Fail 11 Jun 2021 100,867 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

noise from rear brakes

rear most seats folded at time of test

Pass 11 Jun 2020 89,997 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 71,835 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 50,726 miles

Nearside Front 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 1 Feb 2017 47,614 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 47,614 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 May 2015 38,095 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 33,226 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 29,046 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 May 2012 25,177 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 May 2011 20,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BG08 GYT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG08 GYT, 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 BG08 GYT registered?

BG08 GYT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BG08 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 GYT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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