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S40 WTS

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,082 mi
Last recorded114,082 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS40 WTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 114,082 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 105,719 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 May 2019 105,714 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 101,212 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 99,214 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 98,843 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,336 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 80,274 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 70,269 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 60,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jun 2012 60,620 miles

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

brake pedal anti slip wearing

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Jul 2011 50,229 miles

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

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

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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S40 WTS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S40 WTS, 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 S40 WTS registered?

S40 WTS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is S40 WTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S40 WTS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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