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LR58 BVC

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,768 mi
Last recorded142,768 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 BVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 142,768 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 124,813 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 106,440 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 90,812 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 84,649 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 72,953 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 68,344 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Electrical wiring insecure dip both sides (4.11 (a) (i))

Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated dip both sides (4.11 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive front corner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Fail 3 Feb 2020 68,344 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Electrical wiring insecure dip both sides (4.11 (a) (i))

Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated dip both sides (4.11 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive front corner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 14 Feb 2019 58,939 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,767 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Feb 2017 27,065 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 14,610 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 5,982 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 5,982 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 5,912 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 4,172 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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LR58 BVC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LR58 BVC, 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 LR58 BVC registered?

LR58 BVC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 27 September 2008.

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The MOT history for LR58 BVC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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