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S500 HSE

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Petrol 5462cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

195,698 mi
Last recorded195,698 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 HSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,462cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2023 195,698 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 168,106 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 159,721 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 159,721 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 164,360 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 147,676 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 139,122 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2017 136,043 miles

Left hand drive headlamps fitted but converted to uk spec

Pass 12 Aug 2014 94,500 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 54,760 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 48,544 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,638 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 43,140 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 40,398 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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S500 HSE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 5,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S500 HSE, 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 S500 HSE registered?

S500 HSE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is S500 HSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 HSE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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