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SB56 FOT

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Silver Petrol 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,498 mi
Last recorded153,498 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 32086,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 FOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 153,498 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 21 Aug 2024 146,053 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 133,868 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 131,953 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 130,543 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 127,123 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 123,119 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 122,129 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 113,562 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 113,562 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 105,689 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 97,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 89,213 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 82,139 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,617 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 68,211 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 68,211 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 58,243 miles

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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SB56 FOT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Silver with a 2,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB56 FOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB56 FOT registered?

SB56 FOT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 5 December 2006.

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