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LM57 WPJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Blue Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

153,911 mi
Last recorded153,911 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 WPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 153,911 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside front+rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play offside/nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under the vehicle covered with stone chip wont allow for full inspection

Pass 28 Nov 2020 149,672 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 141,883 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 135,169 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 129,079 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 120,220 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 100,750 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 84,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2013 73,101 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 73,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 59,851 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear handbrake cable outer casing slightly damaged

Pass 17 Jan 2011 45,335 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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LM57 WPJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Blue with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LM57 WPJ, 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 LM57 WPJ registered?

LM57 WPJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is LM57 WPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 WPJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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