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DK56 RFL

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

86,388 mi
Last recorded86,388 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 RFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 86,388 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 84,825 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 83,063 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 83,060 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 80,457 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 77,540 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 74,650 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 72,712 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 68,362 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 63,235 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 59,882 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 59,880 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,889 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn to limit (3.5.1i)

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

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 51,627 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 42,441 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 42,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 36,483 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 32,058 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 285,224 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 23,120 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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DK56 RFL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DK56 RFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK56 RFL registered?

DK56 RFL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is DK56 RFL safe to buy?

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