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RE08 TKO

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

183,445 mi
Last recorded183,445 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TKO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 183,445 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2018 168,275 miles

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)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 151,046 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 151,043 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside parking brake cable cracking

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 136,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 115,833 miles

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

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

Oil leak

nearside and offside front wheels are buckled

Pass 19 Apr 2014 102,064 miles

Oil Leak

Pass 12 Apr 2013 74,929 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 74,929 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 56,965 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 36,111 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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RE08 TKO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RE08 TKO, 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 RE08 TKO registered?

RE08 TKO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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