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KU56 BNV

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

100,009 mi
Last recorded100,009 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 BNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 100,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 97,433 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 92,620 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 92,620 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 88,291 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 83,499 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 81,099 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 76,392 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 76,392 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 76,387 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

items on rear folding seats allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 31 May 2018 69,372 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,645 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 63,643 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,629 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 63,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2016 63,178 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 58,671 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 53,454 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,153 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 May 2012 42,539 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 37,037 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 30,034 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 22,603 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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KU56 BNV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KU56 BNV, 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

How do I check the history of KU56 BNV?

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What year was KU56 BNV registered?

KU56 BNV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is KU56 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 BNV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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