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FL05 SLM

2016 Mercedes-benz Gls

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,367 mi
Last recorded53,367 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Gls52,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 SLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGls
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 53,367 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 45,018 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 45,015 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 34,170 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 27,927 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 27,909 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 25,649 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 22,201 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 17,418 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gls?

Based on 14,258 MOT tests across 2,408 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
8,145
Miles/Year
10
Year Lifespan
2,408
On UK Roads
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FL05 SLM is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gls in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 52,024 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes-benz Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 10 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL05 SLM registered?

FL05 SLM is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gls, first registered on 10 December 2016.

Is FL05 SLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 SLM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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