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J1 VYY

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,518 mi
Last recorded21,518 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl90,716 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 VYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 21,518 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 20,722 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 19,704 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2024 19,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 305 30 22 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Mar 2023 19,040 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2023 19,015 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 18,411 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2021 18,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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Pass 9 Nov 2020 16,029 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 15,242 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 14,495 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 14,151 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 12,979 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 11,461 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 11,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 10,030 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2013 8,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2012 8,073 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2011 6,811 miles

Nearside rear tyre has cuts to outer sidewall. RECOMMEND REPLACE.

Offside rear tyre has cuts to inner sidewall. RECOMMEND REPLACE.

Pass 2 Apr 2010 5,209 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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J1 VYY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 90,716 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 J1 VYY, 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 19 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 J1 VYY registered?

J1 VYY is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 March 2007.

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