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KY08 MVT

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,900 mi
Last recorded98,900 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 MVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2025 98,900 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 97,769 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 97,394 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 94,503 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 92,589 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated plastic wiring support had dropped rubbing on the gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 90,165 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 89,042 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 88,530 miles

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

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

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

plastic covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 8 May 2018 83,947 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 76,806 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 72,250 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on outside edges

Pass 1 Apr 2015 66,738 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 59,667 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 53,842 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 42,203 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,209 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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KY08 MVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KY08 MVT, 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

How do I check the history of KY08 MVT?

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What year was KY08 MVT registered?

KY08 MVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is KY08 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 MVT shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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