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EK56 FBG

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

265,174 mi
Last recorded265,174 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 32086,706 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 FBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 265,174 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

general underbody corrosion to rear suspension

Pass 20 Jun 2025 253,459 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 243,499 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Parking brake effort just met and will need attention

Pass 19 Jun 2023 235,560 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Severely deteriorated and will need imminent attention (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All-round (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 222,021 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

General age related surface corrosion under vehicle and rear axle

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2021 215,108 miles

General age related surface corrosion under vehicle+ rear axle.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Have advised presenter. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excessive Both rear

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres on legal limit. Have advised presenter. (5.2.3 (e))

Undercovers/trays fitted.

Pass 8 Jul 2020 203,293 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Have advised presenter. (1.1.11 (c))

General age related surface corrosion under vehicle+ rear axle.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Parking brake effort weak. Just met, will need attention.

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear. (1.1.15 (a))

Undercovers/trays fitted.

Fail 8 Jul 2020 203,293 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Have advised presenter. (1.1.11 (c))

General age related surface corrosion under vehicle+ rear axle.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Parking brake effort weak. Just met, will need attention.

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both rear. (1.1.15 (a))

Undercovers/trays fitted.

Pass 23 Jul 2019 190,077 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 173,653 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 160,917 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 146,640 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 146,640 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 125,472 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 101,262 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 71,305 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 55,922 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,864 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl 320?

Based on 13,304 MOT tests across 894 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
7,491
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
894
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 356
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 182
position lamp(s) not working 131
Brake pipe excessively corroded 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 95
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EK56 FBG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 86,706 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK56 FBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EK56 FBG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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