Mercedes Gls
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 4,597 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests
4,597
Best Year
2016 (93%)
Years Covered
4
About the Mercedes Gls
The Mercedes Gls has been tested 4,597 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2016 to 2019), with an average pass rate of 92%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2016 model is the most reliable with a 93% pass rate from 983 tests. The 2018 model has the lowest at 90%. With just a 3 point spread, the Gls is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The MERCEDES GLS has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2016) averages 72,875 miles, while the newest (2019) averages 48,209 miles.
Compared to the Mercedes brand average of 87%, the Gls performs 5 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Mercedes range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Mercedes Gls by Year
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