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CL04 BES

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

176,049 mi
Last recorded176,049 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl87,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL04 BES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 176,049 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 174,692 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 171,427 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 169,019 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 167,436 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 164,530 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 157,204 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 157,204 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 150,617 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 143,276 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 134,719 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 114,622 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 97,249 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 75,458 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 52,030 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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CL04 BES is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CL04 BES, 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 CL04 BES?

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What year was CL04 BES registered?

CL04 BES is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 October 2009.

Is CL04 BES safe to buy?

The MOT history for CL04 BES shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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