2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 4.0L Diesel · LS08 FPV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent test in November 2025 at 145,535 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in early November 2024 at 135,955 miles, the vehicle was retested just thirteen days later and passed immediately, suggesting a minor issue was quickly rectified rather than a chronic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between the November 2022 and November 2024 tests, the car covered 20,382 miles, showing steady and predictable use. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to brake corrosion, seal degradation, and fuel contamination. The lack of significant mileage advisories across the recorded history indicates that previous owners have addressed minor wear before they escalated into MOT failures. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the air suspension system and chassis integrity, as these are common points of failure for a GL of this age and mileage. Although the MOT record is clean, the heavy weight of this model places significant stress on suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms. Check for any signs of structural corrosion on the rear sills and subframe points, as the MOT only identifies rust once it has reached a threshold of structural concern.