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HJ56 HYL

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

99,500 mi
Last recorded99,500 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 HYL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 99,500 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 98,562 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 94,297 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 9 Sep 2023 94,297 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Sep 2022 92,340 miles

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))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 90,045 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 87,945 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 85,357 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 82,178 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 78,738 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 75,053 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 71,301 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 63,246 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 53,736 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 49,821 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 45,182 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,853 miles

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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HJ56 HYL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 HJ56 HYL, 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.

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What year was HJ56 HYL registered?

HJ56 HYL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is HJ56 HYL safe to buy?

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