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EX08 SXL

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,888 mi
Last recorded128,888 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 SXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 128,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 117,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 112,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 101,951 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 98,625 miles

Both front section of side seals becoming corroded

Front subframe becoming corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nsf brake flex pipe becoming perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexible brake pipe becoming perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material not bellow requirements (1.1.11 (c))

Rear subframe becoming corroded

intermittent knocking/vibration front the nsf

Fail 17 Dec 2020 98,625 miles

Both front section of side seals becoming corroded

Front subframe becoming corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nsf brake flex pipe becoming perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexible brake pipe becoming perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material not bellow requirements (1.1.11 (c))

Rear subframe becoming corroded

intermittent knocking/vibration front the nsf

Pass 16 Jul 2019 97,024 miles

slight leak offside rear shock

underside of car rusty

Pass 12 Jul 2018 93,498 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 84,865 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 78,298 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 708,801 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 65,203 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 59,020 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 50,342 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 43,204 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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EX08 SXL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EX08 SXL, 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 EX08 SXL registered?

EX08 SXL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 SXL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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