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XG55 AMG

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,867 mi
Last recorded39,867 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXG55 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 39,867 miles

slight signs of grease around off side front swifle ball casing

Pass 4 Mar 2025 37,381 miles

slight signs of grease around off side front swifle ball casing

Pass 18 Mar 2024 34,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 32,611 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 29,766 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 25,074 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 21,659 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 17,546 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 13,946 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 9,913 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,976 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 8,046 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 8,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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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XG55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XG55 AMG, 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 XG55 AMG registered?

XG55 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is XG55 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for XG55 AMG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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