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G7 SPV

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

176,094 mi
Last recorded176,094 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl87,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 SPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 176,094 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 169,272 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2023 157,100 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 25 May 2023 157,098 miles

Nearside Front Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 May 2022 150,947 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 146,264 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 138,980 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 138,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 134,002 miles

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corrsion both sides. (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 121,291 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer sheafing chaffed (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 105,150 miles

hand brake cable is corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2016 86,555 miles

3rd row seats folded at time of test

park brake cable corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2015 69,955 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 69,282 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 68,388 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 54,476 miles

both rear tyres 3mm left

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 42,701 miles

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

unable to check seat belt due to child seat fiited to off side rear first row seat

unable to check seat belt due to child seat fitted off side rear second row seat

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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G7 SPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G7 SPV, 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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What year was G7 SPV registered?

G7 SPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 19 October 2009.

Is G7 SPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G7 SPV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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