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ET08 GPO

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

207,041 mi
Last recorded207,041 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET08 GPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 207,041 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 188,101 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 184,261 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 171,377 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 170,054 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 169,004 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 165,616 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 158,035 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2018 158,034 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp sharp edge (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 146,485 miles

front brake pads getting low

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Dec 2016 146,472 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake pads getting low

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Dec 2015 130,390 miles

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Dec 2015 130,390 miles

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

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 122,074 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 110,933 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 102,502 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 89,877 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 80,967 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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ET08 GPO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,603 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET08 GPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET08 GPO registered?

ET08 GPO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is ET08 GPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET08 GPO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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