CarVerify

Free Car Check

BF59 HSE

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

189,233 mi
Last recorded189,233 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl87,109 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 HSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 189,233 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 180,212 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 163,280 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 151,649 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 141,704 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 124,607 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 124,607 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning indicator bulb in wing mirror was not working replaced bulbs (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning indicator bulb in wing mirror was not working replaced bulbs (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 110,065 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 93,042 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 91,461 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 61,027 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 47,472 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,889 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
Full Mercedes-benz Gl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BF59 HSE is a 2009 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 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 87,109 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 BF59 HSE, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BF59 HSE?

You can check the full history of BF59 HSE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BF59 HSE registered?

BF59 HSE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is BF59 HSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 HSE 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.

Does BF59 HSE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BF59 HSE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.