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DR54 PPY

2016 Mercedes-benz Gl

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,009 mi
Last recorded115,009 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl54,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR54 PPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 115,009 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 103,879 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 92,470 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive lower covers wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 92,445 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive lower covers wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 76,422 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 66,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc worn / lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

emissions plate limit 0.51

emissions too clean to test

Fail 17 Dec 2021 66,663 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc worn / lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

emissions plate limit 0.51

emissions too clean to test

Pass 9 Jul 2020 55,575 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 37,463 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Emissions too clean to measure a reading

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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DR54 PPY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 54,608 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 DR54 PPY, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DR54 PPY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 31 March 2016.

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