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FP08 VCT

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,570 mi
Last recorded186,570 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 VCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 186,570 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 181,004 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 177,037 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 171,658 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 163,245 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 163,194 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 152,025 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 144,500 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 134,046 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 May 2014 117,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 27 May 2014 117,262 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2013 100,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 81,209 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 59,905 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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FP08 VCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VCT, 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 FP08 VCT registered?

FP08 VCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FP08 VCT safe to buy?

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