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EO08 XVN

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

163,969 mi
Last recorded163,969 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 32090,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 XVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 163,969 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 155,709 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 155,441 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 155,058 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 153,643 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2023 153,640 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 140,959 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 140,959 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 132,402 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

slight damage to windscreen

Fail 11 Jun 2019 132,386 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 21 May 2018 126,148 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2017 120,343 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2016 114,292 miles

Front side windows tinted

Pass 22 May 2015 106,364 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 95,961 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 95,961 miles

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 87,096 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 77,709 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 66,361 miles

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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EO08 XVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EO08 XVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO08 XVN registered?

EO08 XVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is EO08 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 XVN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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