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B8 LXL

2016 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,900 mi
Last recorded69,900 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl54,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 LXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 69,900 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 67,566 miles

Coolant leak ()

brake pad warning on dash

Pass 20 Nov 2023 61,963 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 57,689 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 57,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 52,115 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 45,867 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 40,446 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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B8 LXL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 54,608 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 B8 LXL, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B8 LXL?

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What year was B8 LXL registered?

B8 LXL is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is B8 LXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 LXL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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