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BN57 OBR

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

177,074 mi
Last recorded177,074 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl 32088,690 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 OBR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 177,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2022 177,071 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 156,035 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 156,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

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

Fail 24 May 2019 155,940 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 137,380 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 120,312 miles

All tyres are getting near 1.6mm

Pass 23 Oct 2015 94,655 miles

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

near side mirror indicater broken but still functions

Pass 15 Aug 2014 77,365 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 64,722 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 53,965 miles

o/s/f hub wiring bracket fitted incorrectly

Fail 3 Oct 2012 53,969 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f hub wiring bracket fitted incorrectly

Pass 23 Sep 2011 41,164 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,398 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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BN57 OBR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 88,690 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN57 OBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BN57 OBR registered?

BN57 OBR is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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