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HG56 NBY

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,761 mi
Last recorded134,761 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 NBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 134,761 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all disc slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 133,511 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 133,199 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 131,322 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2018 127,314 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 121,394 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear wiper worn

Pass 20 Jun 2016 115,506 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake pad warning on / brakes fine

nails in nsf +nsr tyres

rear wiper split

rodent damage in engine bay

Fail 20 Jun 2016 115,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake pad warning on / brakes fine

nails in nsf +nsr tyres

rear wiper split

rodent damage in engine bay

Pass 18 Jul 2014 101,591 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 101,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Jun 2013 88,185 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 88,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 75,004 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 59,838 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 45,493 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 45,493 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

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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HG56 NBY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 88,798 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 HG56 NBY, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG56 NBY registered?

HG56 NBY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is HG56 NBY safe to buy?

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