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OE57 WBM

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

135,496 mi
Last recorded135,496 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 WBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 135,496 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 134,547 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 128,690 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 128,493 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 128,493 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 127,614 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 120,800 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 114,573 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 114,573 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 106,962 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 104,123 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,996 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 89,838 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 89,838 miles

Nearside Front Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 70,077 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 50,366 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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OE57 WBM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc 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 OE57 WBM, 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 OE57 WBM registered?

OE57 WBM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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