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GL51 MBA

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,639 mi
Last recorded123,639 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 MBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 123,639 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 123,639 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 106,020 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 95,236 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 92,147 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2020 90,073 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2019 84,751 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2018 78,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 73,032 miles

emissions too clean to record

under trays fitted

Pass 4 May 2016 67,384 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 64,348 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 56,526 miles

standard wheels fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Mar 2014 56,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 52,734 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 48,653 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,668 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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GL51 MBA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GL51 MBA, 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 GL51 MBA registered?

GL51 MBA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is GL51 MBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 MBA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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