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A18 ACE

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,509 mi
Last recorded131,509 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl90,716 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 ACE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 131,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 121,989 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 120,969 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced OSR SIDELIGHT DIM (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 117,992 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sub frame corroded but structural rigidity is not reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 113,307 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 107,905 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 98,564 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

glow plug warning light on

Pass 14 Mar 2018 87,331 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 78,294 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 68,091 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cable ties securing wearing harness to front axles broken

transfer box leaking

Pass 17 Dec 2014 59,135 miles

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

transfer box leaking oil

Pass 14 Nov 2013 49,647 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 39,996 miles

Oil leak from transfer box

Service brake anti-slip provision wearing smooth on edge

Pass 3 Nov 2011 30,445 miles

crack in exhaust bracket

oil haze around transfer box

Pass 5 Nov 2010 22,931 miles

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

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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A18 ACE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 90,716 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 A18 ACE, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 ACE registered?

A18 ACE is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 14 September 2007.

Is A18 ACE safe to buy?

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