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LF05 OBR

2005 Mercedes-benz Gl

Beige Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,863 mi
Last recorded73,863 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 OBR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 73,863 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 73,863 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 May 2013 57,882 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 43,519 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 43,518 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LF05 OBR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Gl in Beige with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LF05 OBR, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF05 OBR registered?

LF05 OBR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LF05 OBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 OBR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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