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Mercedes Benz GLE MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz GLE. Check any GLE by registration number below.

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92.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.9%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

9

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mercedes Benz GLE — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz GLE has an average MOT pass rate of 92.1%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the GLE is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz GLE fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your GLE for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz GLE, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz GLE performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 203 vehicles

95.6%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

6.0%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2021

Based on 8,046 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

2020

Based on 15,262 vehicles

92.8%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

6.9%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

2019

Based on 11,359 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 3yr

49k mi

Mileage at 5yr

71k mi

2018

Based on 18,115 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

11.0%

Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

2017

Based on 14,219 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.4%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2016

Based on 16,838 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

10.5%

2015

Based on 4,150 vehicles

91.5%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

9.5%

2014

Based on 48 vehicles

93.8%Excellent
Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

2.6%

Mileage at 10yr

98k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz GLE

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz GLE fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.0%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.1%
3

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.9%
4

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

0.7%
5

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

0.6%
Mercedes Benz GLE Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

1.0%

Offside

1.0%

Nearside

1.0%

Other Mercedes Benz Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

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94.2% pass rate

Mercedes Benz E

83.5% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Amg Gla 45 S 4matic+ Auto

92.7% pass rate

Mercedes Benz V

85.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Vito 112

87.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Sl 500

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz GLE

Mercedes Benz GLE — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz GLE MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz GLE?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz GLE is 92.1% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz GLE?
The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz GLE are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.0%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.1%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mercedes Benz GLE reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.1%, the Mercedes Benz GLE is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz GLE?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz GLE?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes Benz GLE: 43,452 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used GLE to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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