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LM09 SZK

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

218,429 mi
Last recorded218,429 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl87,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 SZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 218,429 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 208,413 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 197,830 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 190,505 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 177,106 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 177,106 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 156,189 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 145,695 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 123,383 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 97,265 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 82,613 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 71,046 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 57,127 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 43,278 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 32,099 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 23,804 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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LM09 SZK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 87,109 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 LM09 SZK, 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 17 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 LM09 SZK registered?

LM09 SZK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is LM09 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM09 SZK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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