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LG58 NHZ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,466 mi
Last recorded135,466 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG58 NHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 135,466 miles

Emissions too clean to obtain a reading

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit and sidewall cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe inner wheel arch area corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 5 Mar 2025 135,466 miles

Emissions too clean to obtain a reading

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit and sidewall cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe inner wheel arch area corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 132,718 miles

Emissions too clean to obtain a reading

Nearside Front tyre tread getting low

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (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))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 28 Apr 2022 127,816 miles

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

centre mirror loose

Fail 26 Apr 2022 127,802 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

centre mirror loose

Pass 10 Nov 2020 122,901 miles

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

emissions too clean to obtain a reading

Pass 31 Oct 2019 39,513 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

emissions too clean to obtain a reading

Pass 10 Oct 2017 100,973 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 100,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn through to cords inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm and bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 87,816 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 16 Sep 2016 87,816 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 24 Sep 2015 79,066 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 70,292 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 58,691 miles

brake pedal rubber wearing on edge

Pass 27 Sep 2012 45,675 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

rear row seatbelts not checked due to luggage

Pass 27 Sep 2011 33,511 miles

crack in o/s exhaust braket

Fail 7 Sep 2011 33,510 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

crack in o/s exhaust bracket

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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LG58 NHZ 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 70.6%.

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 LG58 NHZ, 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 LG58 NHZ?

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What year was LG58 NHZ registered?

LG58 NHZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is LG58 NHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG58 NHZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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