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HK08 NRE

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,187 mi
Last recorded94,187 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 NRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 94,187 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throughout vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 82,602 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to having ply/cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 82,602 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened has been excessively overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to having ply/cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 76,892 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 68,788 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 64,992 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 62,922 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 62,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 58,950 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 54,901 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 50,688 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 47,895 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 44,046 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 44,029 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 39,746 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 34,882 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 31,493 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 28,376 miles

All four tyres 2/3 mm

Pass 4 Nov 2010 24,307 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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HK08 NRE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HK08 NRE, 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 HK08 NRE registered?

HK08 NRE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is HK08 NRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 NRE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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