MOT Status
ValidMileage
127,877 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
oil leak front of engine
Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
Brake performance not tested Brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking bleed nipple (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Brake performance not tested Vehicle unsafe due to suspension faults (1.2.1 (g))
Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS
Brake performance not tested Vehicle unsafe due to suspension faults (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
advise rear discs slightly worn
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
advise rear discs slightly worn
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl?
Based on 50,164 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GL53 GGG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,380 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 GL53 GGG, 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 18 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 GL53 GGG registered?
GL53 GGG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 20 June 2008.
Is GL53 GGG safe to buy?
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