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BU65 AEW

2015 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,874 mi
Last recorded98,874 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz Gl57,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU65 AEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 98,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 98,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 89,021 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 89,021 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 77,951 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 66,708 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 56,722 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 47,138 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 47,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut/cord/worn severely inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut/cord /worn severely inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges/ worn 3--4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 33,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn brake ware light on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs worn brake ware light on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 22,361 miles

Multiple small chips in windscreen

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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BU65 AEW is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 57,308 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 BU65 AEW, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU65 AEW registered?

BU65 AEW is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 9 September 2015.

Is BU65 AEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU65 AEW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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