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J20 MVH

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

157,988 mi
Last recorded157,988 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 32086,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 MVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 157,988 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 152,118 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 148,002 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 18 Mar 2020 148,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Mar 2019 138,076 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 123,090 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 123,087 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

Pass 27 Sep 2016 100,629 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 100,629 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 100,249 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 97,286 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 97,286 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 82,695 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 71,187 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 58,268 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 58,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 46,394 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 30,042 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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J20 MVH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 86,706 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J20 MVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J20 MVH registered?

J20 MVH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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The MOT history for J20 MVH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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