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R40 EEB

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,093 mi
Last recorded130,093 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 EEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 130,093 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 124,667 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 124,667 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 121,786 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear + perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 117,243 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 112,210 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 102,641 miles

Nearside Front Outer outer wheel rim damaged

Nearside Rear seat belt not checked as child seat fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2020 102,513 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer outer wheel rim damaged

Nearside Rear seat belt not checked as child seat fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2019 92,244 miles

Nearside Rear 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 14 Nov 2018 78,266 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 67,855 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,827 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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R40 EEB is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R40 EEB, 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 R40 EEB registered?

R40 EEB is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 9 September 2013.

Is R40 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 EEB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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