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BSZ 4980

2017 Mercedes-benz Gl

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,889 mi
Last recorded96,889 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Gl65,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSZ 4980
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 96,889 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 87,593 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 87,593 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jan 2024 78,638 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 66,859 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 66,859 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 59,522 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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BSZ 4980 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Gl in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 65,195 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 BSZ 4980, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BSZ 4980?

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What year was BSZ 4980 registered?

BSZ 4980 is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 30 November 2017.

Is BSZ 4980 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSZ 4980 shows 7 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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