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WF08 MLY

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,947 mi
Last recorded27,947 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 MLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2011 27,947 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 27,947 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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WF08 MLY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WF08 MLY, 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 WF08 MLY registered?

WF08 MLY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WF08 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 MLY shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WF08 MLY have outstanding finance?

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