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SA56 GXS

2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,171 mi
Last recorded109,171 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 32086,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA56 GXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl 320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2015 109,171 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 106,917 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 106,867 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 93,475 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 93,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jun 2012 83,978 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 73,080 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 58,914 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 50,515 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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SA56 GXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SA56 GXS, 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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What year was SA56 GXS registered?

SA56 GXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Gl 320, first registered on 17 September 2006.

Is SA56 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA56 GXS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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