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G8 BGJ

2005 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,714 mi
Last recorded70,714 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 BGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 70,714 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 68,776 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 64,410 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 58,135 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 58,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Hub swivel joint leaking oil/grease

Offside Front Hub swivel joint slight leak of oil/grease

Pass 27 Feb 2017 51,717 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 45,723 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 45,518 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 45,518 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,136 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 38,898 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 31,502 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 30,766 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 30,766 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 47,194 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

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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G8 BGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G8 BGJ, 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 21 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 G8 BGJ registered?

G8 BGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is G8 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 BGJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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