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Mercedes-Benz GL

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

S9 GLXMOT history

S9 GLX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 23 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 186,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
186,785 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 GLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 GLX was last recorded at 186,785 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 6,691 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,094 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,691 miles
Average per year
10,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,785 miles
  • 2025 – 180,094 miles
  • 2024 – 174,015 miles
  • 2023 – 166,611 miles
  • 2022 – 159,427 miles
  • 2021 – 154,581 miles
  • 2019 – 145,692 miles
  • 2018 – 136,328 miles
  • 2017 – 126,458 miles
  • 2016 – 119,940 miles
  • 2014 – 81,215 miles
  • 2013 – 50,680 miles
  • 2012 – 42,906 miles
  • 2011 – 34,648 miles
  • 2010 – 29,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,785 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • All underbody, chassis and sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Undertray covering components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,785 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    186,785 miles
    Test number
    438977468350
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  2. Fail186,785 miles (+6,691)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,785 miles
    Test number
    774882326838
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  3. Pass180,094 miles (+6,079)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    180,094 miles
    Test number
    260898387083
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody, chassis and sills corroded

  4. Pass174,015 miles (+7,404)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    174,015 miles
    Test number
    368611697333
    • AdvisoryAll underbody, chassis and sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass166,611 miles (+7,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    166,611 miles
    Test number
    119574497322
    • AdvisoryAll underbody, chassis and sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass159,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    159,427 miles
    Test number
    286385970374
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and chassis corroded

  7. Fail159,427 miles (+4,846)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,427 miles
    Test number
    262180237711
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure clip (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and chassis corroded

  8. Pass154,581 miles (+8,889)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,581 miles
    Test number
    857453689029
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brakes pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass145,692 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,692 miles
    Test number
    312722509580
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components

  10. Fail145,692 miles (+9,364)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,692 miles
    Test number
    552130333102
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components

  11. Pass136,328 miles (+9,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,328 miles
    Test number
    555122164647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray covering components

  12. Pass126,458 miles (+6,518)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    126,458 miles
    Test number
    297207619816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,940 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    204059876384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail119,714 miles (+38,499)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,714 miles
    Test number
    568330459531
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass81,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,215 miles
    Test number
    349216664407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,215 miles (+30,535)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,215 miles
    Test number
    355056064415
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever missing (3.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass50,680 miles (+7,774)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,680 miles
    Test number
    955500273035
    • NoteOffside front metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSill covers and undertrays fitted

  18. Pass42,906 miles (+8,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,906 miles
    Test number
    188736462056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass34,648 miles (+4,680)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,648 miles
    Test number
    606183261018
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded

  20. Pass29,968 miles (+896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    29,968 miles
    Test number
    692874740207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,072 miles
    Test number
    543498460119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S9 GLX

Does S9 GLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 GLX is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 GLX?
The MOT on S9 GLX is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 GLX done?
S9 GLX was recorded at 186,785 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 10,119 miles a year.
Has S9 GLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 GLX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S9 GLX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S9 GLX find?
S9 GLX passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake cable damaged but not to excess; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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