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M123 DNA

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,393 mi
Last recorded142,393 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM123 DNA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 142,393 miles

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

unable to check rear seat due to being folded down

Fail 9 Apr 2026 142,393 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

unable to check rear seat due to being folded down

Pass 4 Apr 2025 134,785 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 124,273 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 112,690 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 107,425 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 95,687 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jul 2019 70,448 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 54,225 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 40,089 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 30,129 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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M123 DNA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 70,408 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 M123 DNA, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M123 DNA registered?

M123 DNA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is M123 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M123 DNA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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