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VNZ 2914

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,667 mi
Last recorded154,667 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNZ 2914
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 154,667 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear brake discs surface corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2023 154,595 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2022 150,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 145,747 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 133,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 128,062 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 119,173 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 108,622 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 102,290 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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VNZ 2914 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VNZ 2914, 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 VNZ 2914 registered?

VNZ 2914 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is VNZ 2914 safe to buy?

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