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PX56 WBW

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

170,001 mi
Last recorded170,001 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 32086,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX56 WBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 170,001 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

all tyre slightly worn

Pass 1 Oct 2019 169,757 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 169,757 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 168,044 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 163,129 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2017 163,128 miles

Central Rear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken Parking brake cable broken (3.1.5)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 154,343 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2016 154,343 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 139,489 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 121,574 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 121,574 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 105,930 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 90,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Nov 2012 90,956 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2011 72,469 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 57,421 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2010 57,421 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 38,960 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 38,951 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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PX56 WBW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 86,706 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX56 WBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PX56 WBW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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