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KM08 NLL

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

141,854 mi
Last recorded141,854 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 NLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 141,854 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2026 141,854 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 137,227 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 137,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2024 129,174 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 129,172 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 121,237 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 116,929 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 116,815 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 107,605 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 99,728 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 99,728 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 86,255 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 77,341 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 74,461 miles

glow plug light on

Pass 24 Mar 2016 68,798 miles

Both front wishbones have slight play at inner bushes

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult belt

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front reg plate damaged

Oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2016 68,798 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth THROUGH TO METAL (3.3.A.1b)

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

Both front wishbones have slight play at inner bushes

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult belt

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Front inner brake pads low

Front reg plate damaged

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside rear valve slightly bent

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Oil leak

Rear brake discs are worn and lipped

Pass 14 Mar 2015 65,381 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 59,269 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 44,669 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Dec 2011 32,870 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 29,571 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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KM08 NLL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KM08 NLL, 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 KM08 NLL registered?

KM08 NLL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is KM08 NLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 NLL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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