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SY57 XOO

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Blue Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,259 mi
Last recorded183,259 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY57 XOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 183,259 miles

all tyres cracking

headlamps poor

n/s/r tyre getting low

oil leak

suspension corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2021 173,602 miles

engine damp

front brake pads getting low

wipers poor

Pass 21 Jul 2020 161,656 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 157,828 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 144,019 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 131,884 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

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

front tyres wearing on the inner edge

rear pads wearing thin

Pass 28 Jun 2016 119,352 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 119,352 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 108,904 miles

ignition coil sign on dash illuminated indicating a fault

Pass 25 Feb 2014 93,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 84,015 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 70,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 70,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear 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 24 Feb 2011 59,934 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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SY57 XOO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Blue with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SY57 XOO, 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 SY57 XOO registered?

SY57 XOO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is SY57 XOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY57 XOO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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