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PR05 COS

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

241,393 mi
Last recorded241,393 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPR05 COS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 241,393 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 221,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2017 198,135 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 177,594 miles

both front brake hose outer casings damaged no cords and no leaks visble

child seat fitted nearside rear

front wiper blades smear screen

unable to lift and test 3rd row seats due to objects in boot

Pass 22 May 2015 146,339 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 121,874 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 102,100 miles

N/S/F TYRE WEARING THIN ON EDGES.

O/S/F TYRE WEARING THIN ON EDGES

Pass 24 May 2012 82,126 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2011 65,096 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 65,096 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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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PR05 COS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PR05 COS, 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 PR05 COS registered?

PR05 COS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is PR05 COS safe to buy?

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