2014 Mercedes-Benz GL 3.0L Diesel · B17 KAY
2014 Mercedes-Benz GL (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2014. Recorded mileage 68,996 miles. MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GL
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,996 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B17 KAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 68,996 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
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B17 KAY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Mercedes-Benz Gl (B17 KAY) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Within 'A' Zone (3.2 (a) (ii))”.
B17 KAY Mileage History
- 31/07/202465,180 mi
- 16/07/202567,738 mi+2,558 mi
- 31/07/202567,778 mi+40 mi
- 06/08/202668,988 mi+1,210 mi
- 19/08/202668,996 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 1,861 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- 7G-DCT Gearbox HesitationModerate
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- Timing Chain Stretch (M270/M274 Engines)Serious
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- 4MATIC Rear Differential and Haldex Coupling Bearing WearModerate
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