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CU56 TVW

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,861 mi
Last recorded138,861 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 TVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 138,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 122,297 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 105,316 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 105,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 94,221 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 78,590 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 62,359 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 54,172 miles

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

rear brake pads app. 80% worn, disc's slightly lipped

Pass 15 Nov 2010 42,005 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 42,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 32,571 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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CU56 TVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 88,798 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 CU56 TVW, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU56 TVW registered?

CU56 TVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is CU56 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 TVW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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