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VA13 BUE

2013 Mercedes-benz Gl

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,514 mi
Last recorded112,514 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl70,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA13 BUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 112,514 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2025 105,463 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 105,463 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 96,070 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 87,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 80,394 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear rear wiper arm missing

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 80,394 miles

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

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear rear wiper arm missing

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 77,019 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 68,380 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,983 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 45,170 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 45,168 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,037 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 24,446 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 24,427 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (4.1.D.4)

Offside Front Nail in tyre tyre under inflated and slight cut outer sidewall

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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VA13 BUE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VA13 BUE, 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 VA13 BUE registered?

VA13 BUE is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 24 July 2013.

Is VA13 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA13 BUE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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