2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 2.9L Diesel · FG21 BDZ
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE (2.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 85,659 miles. MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLE
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,659 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG21 BDZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 85,659 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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FG21 BDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Gle (FG21 BDZ) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
FG21 BDZ Mileage History
- 28/03/202450,975 mi
- 28/03/202450,976 mi+1 mi
- 07/02/202560,108 mi+9,132 mi
- 17/04/202685,659 mi+25,551 mi
Average of roughly 16,890 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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