2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 2.9L Diesel · J5 MOA
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE (2.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 53,638 miles. MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLE
- Year / Origin
- 2021
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,638 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J5 MOA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2025
- 53,638 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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J5 MOA MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Gle (J5 MOA) between April 2024 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J5 MOA Mileage History
- 10/04/202444,905 mi
- 19/04/202444,905 mi
- 10/04/202553,638 mi+8,733 mi
Average of roughly 8,745 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- 48V Electrical System FailureSerious
The 48V mild-hybrid system (EQ Boost) can fail, disabling the start-stop system and preventing the car from starting if the 12V system drains.
- AIRMATIC Air Suspension Bellow Micro-Punctures & Compressor FatigueSerious
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- OM654 Diesel Rocker Arm Needle Bearing Premature WearSerious
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