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KX57 YJB

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,418 mi
Last recorded142,418 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl90,716 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX57 YJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2019 142,418 miles

Emissions not tested to much smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 129,429 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Jun 2018 129,304 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes corroded where the pipes join the flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 128,854 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear both rear upper flexi brake pipe ferrule corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2017 121,113 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 113,059 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 106,392 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 105,744 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 105,743 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 103,567 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 80,824 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 61,966 miles

All Tyres Wearing Low

Pass 31 Aug 2010 50,173 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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KX57 YJB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 KX57 YJB, 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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KX57 YJB is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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