2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GL5.5L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in April 2026 at 25,372 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. The failure in March 2026 at 25,311 miles highlighted multiple immediate issues including lighting defects and a significant emissions failure. While the vehicle passed the subsequent re-test, the recurring nature of minor defects suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they result in an official MOT failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old Mercedes GL, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between the February 2024 test at 20,828 miles and the March 2025 test at 22,800 miles, where the vehicle covered only under two thousand miles. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it increases the risk associated with rubber degradation, brake fluid stagnation, and tyre corrosion, which is evidenced by the split wiper blade and sidewall damage noted recently. A buyer must inspect the exhaust system closely, as the March 2026 failure for high carbon monoxide levels in the offside twin exhaust system indicates incomplete combustion or a sensor sensor fault. The recurring advisories for discoloured indicators and damaged tyres across 2025 and 2026 suggest a lack of attention to detail regarding consumable safety-critical items. Given the low mileage and high age, a physical assessment of the suspension bushings and brake discs is essential to ensure that long periods of standing have not caused excessive seizing or perished rubber components.