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KO08 SSX

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

186,426 mi
Last recorded186,426 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 SSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 186,426 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 172,834 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 147,719 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 139,999 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 139,529 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 132,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake wear warning light on

Fail 5 Aug 2013 132,216 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake wear warning light on

Pass 4 Aug 2012 91,402 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 59,371 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/f washer inop

Pass 13 Jul 2011 59,371 miles

o/s/f washer inop

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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KO08 SSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KO08 SSX, 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 KO08 SSX registered?

KO08 SSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is KO08 SSX safe to buy?

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