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GM08 CGF

2008 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,981 mi
Last recorded45,981 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 35059,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM08 CGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 45,981 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 45,341 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

head light washers not working (vehicle first registered 2008)

various covers fitted to the vehicle

Pass 9 Jan 2024 42,746 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2023 38,401 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 37,417 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 37,192 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 37,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

front wipers smearing

Pass 14 May 2019 37,184 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 37,184 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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GM08 CGF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 350 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 59,536 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GM08 CGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GM08 CGF registered?

GM08 CGF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GM08 CGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM08 CGF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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