CarVerify

Free Car Check

LA59 WKU

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,158 mi
Last recorded88,158 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 32083,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA59 WKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 88,158 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2025 88,158 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 86,332 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 84,696 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 82,212 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 74,748 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 72,324 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 67,397 miles

Offside Rear exhaust bent

Pass 29 Mar 2018 60,257 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 50,950 miles

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

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

Oil leak slight ()

Pass 16 Mar 2016 43,295 miles

O/S/R Body has damage

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Mar 2016 43,294 miles

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

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

O/S/R Body has damage

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 36,701 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,656 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
Full Mercedes-benz Gl 320 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LA59 WKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 83,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA59 WKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA59 WKU?

You can check the full history of LA59 WKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LA59 WKU registered?

LA59 WKU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LA59 WKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA59 WKU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA59 WKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LA59 WKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.