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KW12 WZD

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,860 mi
Last recorded150,860 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 WZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 150,860 miles

Oil leak engine

Oil leak transmission

Fail 15 Sep 2023 150,858 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak engine

Oil leak transmission

Pass 19 Aug 2022 137,884 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 120,562 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 109,688 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 109,688 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 90,761 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 90,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 45,487 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 30,307 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 25,744 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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KW12 WZD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KW12 WZD, 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.

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What year was KW12 WZD registered?

KW12 WZD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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