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G6 SKX

2016 Mercedes-benz Gl

Red Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,327 mi
Last recorded72,327 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl54,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 SKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 72,327 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2025 79,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 64,825 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 71,839 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 57,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Feb 2024 58,580 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 58,580 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 53,550 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Aug 2023 53,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/19 98Y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/19 98Y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Feb 2023 47,021 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 47,508 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 23 May 2022 43,843 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 40,493 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 40,368 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 33,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 38,818 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 33,875 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 26,157 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 37,168 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,780 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 30,114 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 30,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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G6 SKX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl in Red with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 54,608 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 G6 SKX, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G6 SKX registered?

G6 SKX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 4 August 2016.

Is G6 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 SKX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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