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Mercedes-Benz GL

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 3,996 cc

LB08 BCOMOT history

LB08 BCO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,742 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BCO was last recorded at 126,742 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 4,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,905 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,837 miles
Average per year
7,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,742 miles
  • 2024 – 121,905 miles
  • 2023 – 116,298 miles
  • 2022 – 110,326 miles
  • 2021 – 104,143 miles
  • 2020 – 98,845 miles
  • 2019 – 88,974 miles
  • 2018 – 84,824 miles
  • 2017 – 77,190 miles
  • 2016 – 69,796 miles
  • 2015 – 60,975 miles
  • 2014 – 52,234 miles
  • 2013 – 42,869 miles
  • 2012 – 33,036 miles
  • 2011 – 25,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,742 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,742 miles (+4,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,742 miles
    Test number
    347945302829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass121,905 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,905 miles
    Test number
    674875615333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail121,791 miles (+5,493)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,791 miles
    Test number
    385964786228
    • MajorNearside Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass116,298 miles (+5,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,298 miles
    Test number
    829450747239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass110,326 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,326 miles
    Test number
    352145991599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,143 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,143 miles
    Test number
    834059879045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,845 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,845 miles
    Test number
    753290424521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,708 miles (+9,734)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,708 miles
    Test number
    913041272210
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass88,974 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,974 miles
    Test number
    824320765436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,824 miles (+7,634)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    676633526428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,190 miles (+155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,190 miles
    Test number
    450141702396
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Fail77,035 miles (+7,239)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,035 miles
    Test number
    576703548650
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  13. Pass69,796 miles (+8,821)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    621969714591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,975 miles (+8,741)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,975 miles
    Test number
    596239655154
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  15. Pass52,234 miles (+9,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,234 miles
    Test number
    968619264164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass42,869 miles (+9,833)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,869 miles
    Test number
    647072873169
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of nearside rear adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of offside rear adult belt
    • NoteService brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth on edge
  17. Pass33,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,036 miles
    Test number
    289564842457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,036 miles (+7,914)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,036 miles
    Test number
    759593542188
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCrack in front registration plate.
  19. Pass25,122 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,122 miles
    Test number
    848271971159
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 BCO

Does LB08 BCO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 BCO is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BCO?
The MOT on LB08 BCO is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 BCO done?
LB08 BCO was recorded at 126,742 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 7,022 miles a year.
Has LB08 BCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BCO has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 BCO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 BCO find?
LB08 BCO passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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