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R111 XXR

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

117,257 mi
Last recorded117,257 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 XXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 117,257 miles

All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced all tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 107,993 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak from under carriage but under tray fitted. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity tints (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from turbo area. engine cover fitted so full inspection can not be carried out (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity tints (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 107,993 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak from under carriage but under tray fitted. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity tints (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from turbo area. engine cover fitted so full inspection can not be carried out (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity tints (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 103,960 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 98,781 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 91,387 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Product on both headlight lens - Not effecting projected beam image

Wipers slightly smear

Fail 30 Dec 2021 91,356 miles

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Product on both headlight lens - Not effecting projected beam image

Wipers slightly smear

Pass 3 Nov 2020 82,619 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 82,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2019 70,883 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 70,883 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 56,317 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 19 Apr 2016 34,878 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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R111 XXR is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R111 XXR, 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 R111 XXR registered?

R111 XXR is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 9 April 2013.

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