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Y6 TPG

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

195,800 mi
Last recorded195,800 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY6 TPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 195,800 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 184,753 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 May 2025 184,753 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 176,233 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 164,999 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2020 136,534 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 133,159 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 117,052 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 105,228 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2016 93,974 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 85,170 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 85,089 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

all brake pads wearing thin

creak from offside front suspension

damage to offside rear bumper

nearside rear position lamp flickering slightly

Pass 30 Oct 2013 65,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 44,200 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 44,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 28,411 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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Y6 TPG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y6 TPG, 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.

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What year was Y6 TPG registered?

Y6 TPG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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