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Mercedes-Benz GL

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

SWF 179MOT history

SWF 179 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 19 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 141,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
141,229 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SWF 179
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SWF 179 was last recorded at 141,229 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,203 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
6,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,229 miles
  • 2025 – 137,590 miles
  • 2024 – 135,101 miles
  • 2023 – 131,418 miles
  • 2022 – 129,080 miles
  • 2021 – 124,813 miles
  • 2020 – 122,093 miles
  • 2019 – 115,425 miles
  • 2018 – 105,732 miles
  • 2017 – 96,971 miles
  • 2016 – 88,077 miles
  • 2015 – 76,314 miles
  • 2014 – 67,516 miles
  • 2013 – 59,523 miles
  • 2012 – 50,734 miles
  • 2011 – 41,272 miles
  • 2010 – 30,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,229 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,229 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    141,229 miles
    Test number
    290533790079
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail141,203 miles (+3,613)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,203 miles
    Test number
    909632846391
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  3. Pass137,590 miles (+2,489)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,590 miles
    Test number
    860362721089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,101 miles (+3,683)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,101 miles
    Test number
    869043647621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe heavy surface rust
    • AdvisoryRear subframe heavy surface rust

  5. Pass131,418 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,418 miles
    Test number
    975631305690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,370 miles (+2,290)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,370 miles
    Test number
    579705200719
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass129,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,080 miles
    Test number
    301945100087
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  8. Fail129,073 miles (+84)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,073 miles
    Test number
    601239619922
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  9. Fail128,989 miles (+4,176)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,989 miles
    Test number
    130338992628
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced condensation on inside of lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass124,813 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,813 miles
    Test number
    136017664466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail124,807 miles (+2,714)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,807 miles
    Test number
    749361050151
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass122,093 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,093 miles
    Test number
    702259097971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,087 miles (+6,662)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,087 miles
    Test number
    499833684239
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass115,425 miles (+9,693)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,425 miles
    Test number
    593016286662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,732 miles (+8,761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,732 miles
    Test number
    288043787131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,971 miles
    Test number
    693211924887
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened parking brake cable (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of certain testable items

  17. Fail96,971 miles (+8,894)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,971 miles
    Test number
    349779877672
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened parking brake cable (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of certain testable items

  18. Pass88,077 miles (+11,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    88,077 miles
    Test number
    868038556106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes greased

  19. Pass76,314 miles (+8,798)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,314 miles
    Test number
    497162425079
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipes greased

  20. Pass67,516 miles (+7,993)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,516 miles
    Test number
    858889244053
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass59,523 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,523 miles
    Test number
    478687453006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,734 miles (+9,462)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    327435162045
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass41,272 miles (+10,365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,272 miles
    Test number
    816814571018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,907 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,907 miles
    Test number
    102244170065
    • NotePlastic splash trays covering various prescribed areas

Questions about SWF 179

What vehicle is registration SWF 179 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SWF 179 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz GL first used on 19 Mar 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SWF 179 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SWF 179 is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on SWF 179?
The MOT on SWF 179 is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SWF 179 done?
SWF 179 was recorded at 141,229 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 6,761 miles a year.
Has SWF 179 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SWF 179 has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on SWF 179 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 SWF 179 find?
SWF 179 passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various.

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