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YA08 VLR

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,956 mi
Last recorded54,956 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 VLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 54,956 miles

Brake peddle rubber worn

Pass 27 Feb 2012 44,254 miles

advis wipers

Fail 27 Feb 2012 44,254 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advis wipers

Pass 8 Mar 2011 32,537 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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YA08 VLR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YA08 VLR, 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 YA08 VLR registered?

YA08 VLR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is YA08 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 VLR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YA08 VLR have outstanding finance?

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