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G8 SOA

2011 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,021 mi
Last recorded103,021 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl79,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 SOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 103,021 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2024 100,043 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jul 2023 94,721 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 87,827 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 83,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 76,833 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Aug 2019 68,146 miles

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

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

Parking brake only just manages to achieve legal minimum braking force of 16%

Pass 14 Aug 2018 56,656 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 56,656 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2017 41,067 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 29,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 19,479 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 8,375 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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G8 SOA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 79,036 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 G8 SOA, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G8 SOA registered?

G8 SOA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is G8 SOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 SOA 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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