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LM09 TYO

2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

148,424 mi
Last recorded148,424 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 32083,703 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 TYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 148,424 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2026 148,424 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 146,830 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Undertray Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Some Underside Compontents

Fail 27 Jan 2025 146,828 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Undertray Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Some Underside Compontents

Pass 21 Feb 2024 141,117 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 132,032 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 132,032 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 125,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 125,989 miles

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

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 119,778 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 114,870 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 107,471 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 99,011 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 97,189 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 80,831 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 63,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 46,965 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 46,625 miles

Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 May 2012 28,463 miles

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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LM09 TYO is a 2009 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 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 83,703 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM09 TYO, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM09 TYO registered?

LM09 TYO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 22 May 2009.

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