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WG57 GOU

2007 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,872 mi
Last recorded104,872 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl90,716 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG57 GOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 104,872 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 103,434 miles

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 103,434 miles

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

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

Central Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 99,816 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower front and rear suspension components getting corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front tyre just legal advise new tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside front upper arm rearmost mounting area corroded covers fitted unable to fully inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre just legal advise new tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 95,311 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 95,275 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 89,681 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine / transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 89,675 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine / transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 86,727 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 86,726 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 70,994 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 70,985 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 60,113 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 54,292 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 54,259 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 51,482 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 45,591 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,568 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 29,021 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 23,785 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 19,978 miles

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

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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WG57 GOU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 90,716 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 WG57 GOU, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WG57 GOU?

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What year was WG57 GOU registered?

WG57 GOU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is WG57 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG57 GOU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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