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BT08 GXK

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,910 mi
Last recorded117,910 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 GXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 117,910 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 117,910 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 115,792 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 112,903 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 108,482 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 103,014 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear close to tread wear bars

Pass 10 Mar 2018 94,155 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 85,833 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 81,590 miles

emissions to clean to register

Fail 6 May 2016 81,586 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

emissions to clean to register

Pass 14 May 2015 70,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 59,019 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2013 47,031 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 35,215 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 May 2011 24,595 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2011 24,595 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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BT08 GXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BT08 GXK, 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 BT08 GXK registered?

BT08 GXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BT08 GXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 GXK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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