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LB57 JPU

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

182,401 mi
Last recorded182,401 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 JPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 182,401 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 172,593 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 165,242 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 157,645 miles

Central Front Lower steering rack mounting bush slight play

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 145,991 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 133,989 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 126,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NEED CHANGING ASAP. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NEED CHANGING ASAP. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 126,781 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NEED CHANGING ASAP. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT NEED CHANGING ASAP. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 109,308 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 102,500 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 93,503 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 74,276 miles

front pads half worn

rear pads half worn

Pass 28 Apr 2014 52,564 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 31,891 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 22,763 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 16,933 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 16,933 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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LB57 JPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LB57 JPU, 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 LB57 JPU registered?

LB57 JPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is LB57 JPU safe to buy?

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