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CSZ 3438

2011 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,157 mi
Last recorded163,157 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl79,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSZ 3438
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 163,157 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 157,702 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 153,638 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2024 153,634 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both mains (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 149,097 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 146,922 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 134,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 123,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 295 35 R21 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 109,403 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 109,403 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 88,636 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 65,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 43,147 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,174 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 31,441 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 31,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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CSZ 3438 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CSZ 3438, 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 CSZ 3438 registered?

CSZ 3438 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 6 July 2011.

Is CSZ 3438 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSZ 3438 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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