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LD08 ETZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

116,946 mi
Last recorded116,946 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 ETZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 116,946 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 115,141 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 114,748 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 109,267 miles

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

No smoke reading (clean engine)

Pass 22 Feb 2022 104,656 miles

No smoke reading (clean engine)

Pass 11 Feb 2021 98,266 miles

No smoke reading (clean engine)

Pass 12 Feb 2020 90,519 miles

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

No smoke reading(clean engine)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 81,812 miles

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

No smoke reading(clean engine)

Pass 12 Feb 2018 74,801 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

No smoke reading(clean engine)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 66,321 miles

no smoke reading(clean engine)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 57,549 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2015 47,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 39,522 miles

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

no emission reading(clean engine)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 29,544 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 25,689 miles

Both front brake discs lipped, ridged and worn.

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 19,679 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 19,376 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 19,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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LD08 ETZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LD08 ETZ, 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 LD08 ETZ registered?

LD08 ETZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is LD08 ETZ safe to buy?

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