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FP08 EZA

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,459 mi
Last recorded143,459 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 EZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 143,459 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 139,813 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 136,635 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component nearside of steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 133,920 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack /rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 132,358 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 130,861 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 127,154 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 125,353 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 120,318 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 109,173 miles

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 1 Sep 2015 88,643 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 82,432 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 73,361 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 64,758 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 52,373 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 51,806 miles

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

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

both front brake discs are slightly worn and have surface corrosion

rear brake discs have some surface corrosion

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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FP08 EZA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP08 EZA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 EZA registered?

FP08 EZA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is FP08 EZA safe to buy?

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