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BIG 132

2011 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,298 mi
Last recorded100,298 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl79,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 132
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 100,298 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2026 100,298 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 85,321 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 80,049 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 54,390 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 50,410 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 49,254 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 47,131 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 47,131 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 44,004 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 40,629 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 37,033 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 29,832 miles

nearside front tyre is close to limit, below limit on edges and perished

Pass 9 Oct 2015 23,412 miles

Nearside tyre sidewall scuffed

offside front cv boot seeping

oil level

Fail 2 Oct 2015 23,412 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside tyre sidewall scuffed

offside front cv boot seeping

oil level

Pass 25 Sep 2014 10,893 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 18,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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BIG 132 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 79,036 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 BIG 132, 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 15 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 BIG 132 registered?

BIG 132 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is BIG 132 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 132 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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