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L31 GES

2014 Mercedes-benz Gl

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

132,564 mi
Last recorded132,564 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Gl62,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 GES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 132,564 miles

Coolant Leak

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 122,612 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 122,602 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Heavy inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + heavy inner edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 178,040 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 92,307 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 76,600 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 67,749 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 58,638 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 45,422 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 2 Nov 2017 32,945 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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L31 GES is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Gl in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 62,433 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L31 GES, 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 12 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 L31 GES registered?

L31 GES is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 7 November 2014.

Is L31 GES safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 GES shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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