2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 2.9L Diesel · KP71 NAU
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE (2.9L, diesel). First registered 11 Oct 2021. Recorded mileage 97,492 miles. MOT expired on 14 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLE
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,492 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KP71 NAU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/10/2026
- 97,492 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KP71 NAU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Gle (KP71 NAU) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn inner edge, cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn inner edge, cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
KP71 NAU Mileage History
- 05/10/202426,636 mi
- 16/10/202579,441 mi+52,805 mi
- 12/10/202697,492 mi+18,051 mi
Average of roughly 35,108 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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