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BP57 DNF

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,621 mi
Last recorded138,621 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 32090,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 DNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 138,621 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 138,018 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 135,194 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 127,043 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 116,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 112,154 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - edges worn / limit - ( slight ) (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight - ( mist ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect - ( offside rear wet / mist ) (5.3.2 (c))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement worn / cracked / mounting bushes - corroded - ( slight ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 112,153 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users failed smoke metered test / treatment / service - required - ( very low diesel top up for retest - running out ) (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - edges worn / limit - ( slight ) (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective and rear all worn - ( slight ) (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight - ( mist ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect - ( offside rear wet / mist ) (5.3.2 (c))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement worn / cracked / mounting bushes - corroded - ( slight ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 107,042 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 102,214 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 97,074 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 92,058 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 86,138 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 78,001 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 78,001 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 70,468 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jan 2012 61,368 miles

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

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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BP57 DNF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 90,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BP57 DNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BP57 DNF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 15 January 2008.

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