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EA16 DXB

2016 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,088 mi
Last recorded127,088 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl54,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA16 DXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 127,088 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2023 111,446 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 106,007 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 105,028 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 105,028 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 88,139 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2020 88,139 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 63,860 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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EA16 DXB is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EA16 DXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA16 DXB registered?

EA16 DXB is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 16 April 2016.

Is EA16 DXB safe to buy?

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