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BJ08 XFB

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,232 mi
Last recorded68,232 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 68,232 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 66,639 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 66,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 62,710 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 59,345 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 54,508 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 50,895 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 50,895 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,430 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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BJ08 XFB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ08 XFB, 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 BJ08 XFB registered?

BJ08 XFB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is BJ08 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 XFB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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