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GV12 WDD

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

237,191 mi
Last recorded237,191 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 WDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2025 237,191 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 233,020 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 217,081 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 196,425 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 178,813 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 164,456 miles

Nearside 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 16 Feb 2019 144,375 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 128,426 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 109,138 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 109,137 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 102,775 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 81,533 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GV12 WDD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 75,628 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 GV12 WDD, 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 14 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 GV12 WDD registered?

GV12 WDD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GV12 WDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV12 WDD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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