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M88 STW

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,978 mi
Last recorded86,978 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 STW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 86,978 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 83,544 miles

Front both brake disc surfaces slightly pitted

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre inner tread worn close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake disc surfaces slightly pitted and worn

Pass 12 Mar 2024 81,472 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 79,165 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 77,456 miles

Nearside Rear reflector at bumper corner slightly damaged

Fail 14 Feb 2022 77,205 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

nearside rear reflector slightly damaged part of reflector missing at corner of bumper

unable to open bonnet

Pass 4 Mar 2021 74,492 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner tread wearing

Nearside Rear tyre centre tread at 2mm close to limits

Fail 3 Mar 2021 74,485 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended pins corroded and brake lights and fog light flashing through each other (4.10 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre inner tread wearing

Nearside Rear tyre centre tread at 2mm close to limits

Pass 9 Mar 2020 69,413 miles

all brake disc surface slightly worn

Fail 5 Mar 2020 69,399 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road large crack up windscreen into A zone for driver (3.2 (a) (ii))

all brake disc surface slightly worn

Pass 11 Dec 2018 56,631 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 14 Dec 2017 44,178 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 9 Jan 2017 33,491 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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M88 STW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 M88 STW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M88 STW?

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What year was M88 STW registered?

M88 STW is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 17 December 2013.

Is M88 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 STW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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