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BU63 OTC

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,891 mi
Last recorded84,891 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 OTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 84,891 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 80,768 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 75,331 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 68,383 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 67,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged SIDEWALL DAMAGE... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 66,648 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Fail 5 Oct 2021 66,648 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2nd row ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 65,192 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 64,556 miles

Outer Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak form charge air area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 52,922 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

minor engine oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2017 42,324 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav ()

Fail 21 Nov 2017 42,324 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 29,224 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread depth low on inner edge

Offside Front tyre tread damage down to cords

emissions not detected

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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BU63 OTC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 70,408 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU63 OTC, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU63 OTC?

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What year was BU63 OTC registered?

BU63 OTC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is BU63 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 OTC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU63 OTC have outstanding finance?

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