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888 XX

2012 Mercedes-benz G-class

Grey Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,120 mi
Last recorded19,120 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class48,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 XX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 19,120 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 17,968 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 17,697 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 17,001 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 16,478 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 15,712 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 15,555 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 14,780 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 13,659 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Unable to check far rear seat belts due to folded seats/loads

Fail 10 Jan 2018 13,659 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure lens casing (1.1.A.3a)

Unable to check far rear seat belts due to folded seats/loads

Pass 15 Jan 2017 12,861 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2016 11,759 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 9,242 miles

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz G-class?

Based on 15,659 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
4,296
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 111
Brake pipe excessively corroded 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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888 XX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class in Grey with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 48,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 888 XX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz G-class typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 888 XX registered?

888 XX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is 888 XX safe to buy?

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