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BV08 KZC

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

95,013 mi
Last recorded95,013 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 KZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 95,013 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle, brake pipe front & rear, front & rear sills all slight corroded

slight play in steering joints

Pass 15 Jul 2021 93,279 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 88,084 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Fail 30 Jun 2020 88,084 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2018 74,671 miles

Nearside Front door mirror cracked

Pass 15 Mar 2017 59,702 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 59,702 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 48,981 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 42,932 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 42,932 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 39,406 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2014 39,406 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2013 35,586 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jan 2013 35,581 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jan 2012 28,119 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 22,905 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 22,905 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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BV08 KZC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV08 KZC, 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 BV08 KZC registered?

BV08 KZC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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