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FIG 2872

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,921 mi
Last recorded125,921 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl87,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 2872
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 125,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 122,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 119,502 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 117,194 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 117,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 114,401 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 112,099 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 102,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 94,224 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 85,100 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 79,697 miles

steering rack damp on o/s

Fail 21 May 2015 71,508 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2015 71,508 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 62,249 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)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

Pass 23 Apr 2013 50,100 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,169 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 37,169 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FIG 2872 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver 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 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 FIG 2872, 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.

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How do I check the history of FIG 2872?

You can check the full history of FIG 2872 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 2872 registered?

FIG 2872 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is FIG 2872 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 2872 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 2872 have outstanding finance?

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