Mercedes-Benz Gle MOT pass rate and common problems
91.9% of 67,038 Mercedes-Benz Gle MOT tests pass.
The Gle passes its MOT 91.9% of the time — well above the average across all Mercedes-Benz models, which sits at 83.5%.
The Mercedes-Benz Gle passes its MOT 91.9% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 92.5% at 0–3 years compared with 100.0% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.5% | 7,353 | 31,936 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.7% | 30,567 | 42,713 miles |
| 6–10 years | 90.8% | 29,086 | 65,431 miles |
| 10–15 years | 100.0% | 32 | 65,590 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Mercedes-Benz Gle
The most common reason the Mercedes-Benz Gle fails its MOT is tyres — present in 64.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 64.7% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Brakes | 12.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 11.2% | Too high |
| Suspension | 9.5% | Fractured or broken |
| Identification of the vehicle | 7.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Visibility | 7.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 5.7% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.1% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 2.3% | Fixing missing |
Buying a used Mercedes-Benz Gle: what to check
These checks follow the Mercedes-Benz Gle’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 90,000–120,000 mi to 120,000+ mi: 90.1% down to 85.8%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 64.7% of failed Mercedes-Benz Gle MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 12.9% of failed Mercedes-Benz Gle MOTs. 1.6% of tests at 6–10 years failed on brakes, against 0.7% at 0–3 years.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 11.2% of failed Mercedes-Benz Gle MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
4. Suspension
Recorded in 9.5% of failed Mercedes-Benz Gle MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.2% of tests at 6–10 years failed on suspension.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
5. Number plates and VIN
Recorded in 7.7% of failed Mercedes-Benz Gle MOTs.
Match the registration plates and the VIN (usually at the base of the windscreen and on a door pillar) to the V5C.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Mercedes-Benz service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Mercedes-Benz models
- Mercedes-Benz Vito — 75.2% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz B-Class — 79.0% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz SLK — 78.9% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz ML — 80.7% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class — 88.9% pass rate
- Mercedes-Benz CLK — 71.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes-Benz Gle?
- 91.9% of Mercedes-Benz Gle MOT tests pass, based on 67,038 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Mercedes-Benz Gle?
- The most common reason the Mercedes-Benz Gle fails its MOT is tyres — present in 64.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
- What are the common problems with the Mercedes-Benz Gle?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Mercedes-Benz Gle are tyres; brakes; lights and electrics.
- What should I check when buying a used Mercedes-Benz Gle?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; brakes; lights and electrics; suspension; number plates and vin. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Mercedes-Benz Gle's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Mercedes-Benz service history guide for how to check and keep one.