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LS08 OEV

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

122,244 mi
Last recorded122,244 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 OEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 122,244 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2026 122,239 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 120,833 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 110,626 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 94,584 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 88,310 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 81,875 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 70,393 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 60,776 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 46,402 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 30,623 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 30,548 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 29,411 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 27,929 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 26,748 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 24,653 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,400 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 19,737 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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LS08 OEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,997cc 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 LS08 OEV, 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.

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What year was LS08 OEV registered?

LS08 OEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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