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VK08 KVX

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,900 mi
Last recorded100,900 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 KVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 100,900 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 90,408 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 90,405 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 87,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 81,814 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 76,332 miles

engine management light on dash.

Pass 30 Jan 2013 73,234 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 25,722 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 29,184 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 29,184 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VK08 KVX 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 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK08 KVX, 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 VK08 KVX registered?

VK08 KVX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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