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YP08 UPJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

158,938 mi
Last recorded158,938 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl84,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 UPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2025 158,938 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 139,318 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 137,284 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 126,095 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 86,251 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 75,931 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 68,397 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 66,843 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt fitted to nearside rear and centre rear ()

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine oil on minimum

nearside front outer cv gaitor splitting up

rear tyres wearing on inner tread

slight leak from rear shock absorvers

Fail 3 Nov 2016 66,843 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt fitted to nearside rear and centre rear ()

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine oil on minimum

nearside front outer cv gaitor splitting up

rear tyres wearing on inner tread

slight leak from rear shock absorvers

Pass 29 Oct 2015 64,246 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 61,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 58,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2013 56,604 miles

Emission test caried out too clean to give reading.

Pass 3 Sep 2012 51,291 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 38,024 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 23,573 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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YP08 UPJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YP08 UPJ, 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

How do I check the history of YP08 UPJ?

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What year was YP08 UPJ registered?

YP08 UPJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is YP08 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 UPJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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