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Mercedes-Benz GL

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

L30 ABUMOT history

L30 ABU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 27 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
108,301 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 ABU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 ABU was last recorded at 108,301 miles on 21 Oct 2023, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2020: 85,157 miles, lower than 93,025 miles on 14 Oct 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,275 miles · 14 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
6,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,301 miles
  • 2022 – 102,061 miles
  • 2021 – 97,400 miles
  • 2020 – 85,157 miles
  • 2019 – 93,025 miles
  • 2018 – 88,816 miles
  • 2017 – 84,607 miles
  • 2016 – 80,721 miles
  • 2015 – 78,400 miles
  • 2014 – 64,902 miles
  • 2013 – 53,011 miles
  • 2012 – 44,531 miles
  • 2011 – 35,390 miles
  • 2010 – 26,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,301 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,301 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,301 miles
    Test number
    943379668823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail108,275 miles (+6,214)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,275 miles
    Test number
    207455325322
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,061 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,061 miles
    Test number
    434351181075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass97,400 miles (+114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,400 miles
    Test number
    314508019735
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear sills slight corrosion

  5. Fail97,286 miles (+12,129)3 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,286 miles
    Test number
    668186635335
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing getting close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass85,157 miles (-7,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,157 miles
    Test number
    890830494535
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,025 miles (+4,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,025 miles
    Test number
    622775137329
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass88,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,816 miles
    Test number
    815280220239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail88,816 miles (+4,209)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,816 miles
    Test number
    503289556351
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass84,607 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,607 miles
    Test number
    959364229812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,721 miles (+2,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,721 miles
    Test number
    794907007904
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock has misting of oil
    • AdvisoryBoth side rear subframe bushes deteriorated

  12. Pass78,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,400 miles
    Test number
    543604643942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,400 miles (+13,498)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,400 miles
    Test number
    647181931657
    • FailureOffside Front Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

  14. Pass64,902 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    758645864258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    479814184019
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail61,331 miles (+8,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    565024184003
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass53,011 miles (+8,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,011 miles
    Test number
    489995283036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,531 miles (+9,141)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,531 miles
    Test number
    365193482018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,390 miles (+8,713)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,390 miles
    Test number
    939162881070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,677 miles
    Test number
    132174780003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 ABU

Does L30 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 ABU expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 ABU?
The MOT on L30 ABU expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 ABU done?
L30 ABU was recorded at 108,301 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2023, an average of 6,013 miles a year.
Has L30 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 ABU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L30 ABU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L30 ABU find?
L30 ABU passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides - surface corrosion, and 3 more.

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