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LT08 OSG

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,385 mi
Last recorded149,385 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 OSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 149,385 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 149,383 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 146,594 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 142,919 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 139,304 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall cut and treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 126,529 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 118,503 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 105,052 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 93,493 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 92,903 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 82,507 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 82,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 71,827 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,136 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 51,454 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 34,027 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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LT08 OSG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc 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 LT08 OSG, 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 LT08 OSG registered?

LT08 OSG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is LT08 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 OSG 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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