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CU08 LDZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,901 mi
Last recorded116,901 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 LDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 116,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2020 116,901 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 115,938 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 112,585 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 97,783 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 87,857 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened LIPPED (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 87,857 miles

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

FRONT WIPER BLADES STARTING TO SMEAR WINDSCREEN

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened LIPPED (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance LENSE DAMAGED (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

REAR WIPER BLADE STARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 29 Apr 2015 76,395 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 63,234 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 50,757 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 35,943 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,512 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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CU08 LDZ 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 CU08 LDZ, 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 CU08 LDZ registered?

CU08 LDZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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