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KM61 SBY

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,288 mi
Last recorded73,288 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 SBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 73,288 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 72,371 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Feb 2023 72,369 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 68,332 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 63,626 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 63,624 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 59,688 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 53,193 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 53,193 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 44,001 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 44,001 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 33,761 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 30,552 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 25,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jan 2015 25,180 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KM61 SBY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KM61 SBY, 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 KM61 SBY registered?

KM61 SBY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is KM61 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM61 SBY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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