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THZ 6947

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

158,814 mi
Last recorded158,814 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHZ 6947
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 158,814 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 156,674 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 151,574 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 148,177 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 139,428 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 139,382 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 126,369 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 30 Dec 2020 126,361 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2019 114,713 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 111,575 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 99,729 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 60,429 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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THZ 6947 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black 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 THZ 6947, 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

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What year was THZ 6947 registered?

THZ 6947 is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 26 June 2013.

Is THZ 6947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for THZ 6947 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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