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C5 LRL

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,175 mi
Last recorded85,175 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl90,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 LRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 85,175 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 76,859 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 76,857 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 70,311 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 64,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 59,409 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 49,514 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre To close to edge for a proper repair ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Oct 2020 49,514 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear number plates incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre To close to edge for a proper repair ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 43,264 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 41,985 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 40,735 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 39,432 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 38,401 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 37,343 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 37,343 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 34,792 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 29,258 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,709 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 18,632 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
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C5 LRL is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 C5 LRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 LRL registered?

C5 LRL is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is C5 LRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 LRL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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