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FN13 XEW

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,508 mi
Last recorded121,508 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN13 XEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 121,508 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 118,236 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 112,532 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 108,462 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 104,442 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 97,194 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 88,996 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 88,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 72,555 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 64,464 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 64,259 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 52,822 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 39,255 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 39,255 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FN13 XEW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 70,408 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN13 XEW, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN13 XEW registered?

FN13 XEW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 24 April 2013.

Is FN13 XEW safe to buy?

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