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MC08 YBD

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

132,224 mi
Last recorded132,224 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC08 YBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 132,224 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 128,911 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 122,841 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 113,594 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 106,983 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 100,909 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 95,288 miles

Rear rear shock absorbers weeping/damp

underbody rusting (been stood)

Fail 18 Feb 2020 95,284 miles

Brake performance not tested drive shaft fault (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 95,284 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 94,202 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 90,983 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 62,023 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 62,690 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,089 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 30,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2011 15,826 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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MC08 YBD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MC08 YBD, 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 MC08 YBD registered?

MC08 YBD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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