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DV09 TXG

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

206,586 mi
Last recorded206,586 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 32083,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV09 TXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 206,586 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 206,566 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 184,744 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 165,118 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wiper blade defective

Pass 11 Feb 2022 142,236 miles

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))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 114,813 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 114,812 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 112,530 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 104,900 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 99,232 miles

Offside Front tyre worn near wear bar limits

engine bay covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2017 92,760 miles

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

condensation in both indicator repeaters

Pass 11 Feb 2016 86,380 miles

condensation in both mirror turn signal lamps

Pass 9 Feb 2015 78,389 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber worn

condensation in both turn signal lights

Fail 9 Feb 2015 78,389 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber worn

condensation in both turn signal lights

Pass 3 Feb 2014 67,696 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 50,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 45,967 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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DV09 TXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 83,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV09 TXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DV09 TXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 28 May 2009.

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