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LB56 CNJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,708 mi
Last recorded129,708 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl88,798 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 CNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 129,708 miles

Vehicle has been under sealed

Pass 24 Sep 2021 129,595 miles

All suspension components corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2020 129,564 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 127,540 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 124,814 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 119,892 miles

corrosion on rear brake pipes near flexy pipes.

Pass 20 Jul 2016 115,578 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 112,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 110,047 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 105,742 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 101,717 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 101,717 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 91,971 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 91,971 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 74,788 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 58,350 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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LB56 CNJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 LB56 CNJ, 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.

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What year was LB56 CNJ registered?

LB56 CNJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is LB56 CNJ safe to buy?

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