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LG51 KXD

2001 Mercedes-benz Gl

Grey Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,393 mi
Last recorded51,393 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Gl55,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 KXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 51,393 miles

Front both head lamps fitted are left hand drive but are fitted with beam covers

tow bar electrics not working correctly with mot test equipment but works ok with trailer board, contacted dvla was told there is an issue with trailer light testers and to pass and advise

Pass 5 Feb 2019 51,392 miles

tow bar had been removed for test

Front head lamps fitted are for left hand drive but beam covers have been fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2019 51,392 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 50,326 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 50,309 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,527 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps fitted are for a left hand drive and have a offside kick up, headlamp beam adaptors were fitted at time of test (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 47,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 45,409 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,980 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 39,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 37,878 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake discs corroded oninside

rear brake discs corroded on out side

slight oil leak at front hubs

Pass 8 Aug 2012 36,892 miles

slight oil leak at n/s front hub

Pass 26 Aug 2011 59,179 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 59,050 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 58,986 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 58,842 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 58,833 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2007 28,746 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2007 28,746 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 25,954 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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LG51 KXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Gl in Grey with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 55,886 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 LG51 KXD, 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 25 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 LG51 KXD registered?

LG51 KXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LG51 KXD safe to buy?

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